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(2024)This thesis investigated the effect of pancreatic cancer-derived exosomes on cells that are known to play roles in thrombosis. Together, the results demonstrate that PDEx have a range of effects on neutrophils, platelets ...
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(2024)Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is the deliberate damage a person causes to their body tissue without the intent to die. Although disclosing one’s NSSI can potentially catalyse support, relief, and self-acceptance, many ...
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(2024)This thesis investigates the seismic performance of a novel type of mortarless interlocking brick structure. Through shaking table test, quasi-static cyclic test and corresponding numerical studies, the lateral strength, ...
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(2024)The ornate spiny lobster (Panulirus ornatus) is a commercially valuable marine rock lobster with potential for aquaculture. Nutrition in spiny lobster diets is a key focus, with a particular interest in the protein-to-energy ...
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(2024)Sorghum applications in mainstream food production are limited due to its processing difficulties and poor techno-functional and storage properties of the flour. This PhD study explores cell wall-degrading enzymes for ...
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(2024)This study investigates the microplastics (MPs) in the sediments of Miri coastal environment. This research unveils the spatial and temporal variations of MPs based on physical and chemical characteristics to determine ...
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(2024)This research develops improved Single-Degree-of-Freedom (SDOF) analytical models and practical design charts to predict the dynamic response of reinforced concrete (RC) structures against extreme impulsive loading. ...
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(2024)This thesis addressed challenges in underwater photogrammetry by developing a collapsible pyramid-shaped camera calibration frame; and a Raspberry Pi-based survey platform, equipped with GNSS, pressure sensor, and ...
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(2024)This study investigates the solubility of Sarawak Black Pepper in supercritical carbon dioxide (SC-CO2) across different operating conditions by performing experimental works and modeling studies. It is envisaged that the ...
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(2024)This thesis evaluates the impact of the two-strikes rule on CEO remuneration and earnings management and the determinants of shareholder dissent. It finds that the rule effectively curbs remuneration increases and positively ...