Sains Malaysiana - A Multidisciplinary Sciences Journal, indexed by WoS, Faculty of Science and Technology, UKM Bangi (2026)

03/03/2026

𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐6 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞 55 𝐍𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 2 (𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻 the green banner, 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻)

🌴 Strengthening Oil Palm Breeding Strategies
Daya Gabungan Umum Induk Jantan Pisifera Kelapa Sawit (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) Berdasarkan Prestasi Progeni dura × pisifera (General Aggregation Power of Pisifera Palm Oil (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) Male Parent Based on Performance of dura × pisifera Progeny)
A scientific approach to identifying superior male parents to enhance yield performance and long-term sustainability in oil palm cultivation.

🗺️ Unlocking Malaysia’s Geological Heritage
Pemetaan Gua dan Pembangunan Parameter Saintifik bagi Penilaian Gua Batu Kapur sebagai Tapak Geowarisan: Kajian Kes di Gua Bilah dan Gua Persit, Merapoh, Pahang, Malaysia (Cave Mapping and Development of Scientific Parameters for the Evaluation of Limestone Caves as Geoheritage Sites: Case Study at Gua Bilah and Gua Persit, Merapoh, Pahang, Malaysia)
Developing robust scientific criteria to recognize, conserve, and promote limestone caves as valuable geoheritage assets.

🏙️ Artificial Intelligence for Smarter Urban Mapping
A Review of CNN-Based Typical Urban Land Cover Segmentation Techniques in Multispectral Remote Sensing Imagery
Exploring how deep learning enhances accuracy and efficiency in urban land cover classification.

🍛 The Science Behind Rendang’s Antimicrobial Power
A Metabolomics Study on the Antimicrobial Compound Profiles in Rendang Seasoning against Clostridium sporogenes ATCC 19404
Revealing the bioactive compounds in traditional seasoning that contribute to food safety and microbial control.

⚗️ Next-Generation Heavy Metal Detection
Fabrication of Lead(II) Ion-Selective Electrode (Pb-ISE) Based on Photopolymerization of Metyl Methacrylate-Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acrylate (MT) Copolymer Thin Films
Advancing sensitive and selective electrochemical detection of toxic lead ions in environmental monitoring.

🧪 Smart Polymers with Tunable Degradation
Quaternized Ionic Poly(2-(dimethylamino)ethyl methacrylate) Exhibiting Chain Length and Amphiphilicity Dependent Thermal and Enzymatic Degradation
Understanding how molecular design controls polymer stability and biodegradation behavior.

🌿 Natural Compounds Targeting Cognitive Health
Biological Evaluation and Molecular Docking Study of Four Prenylated Flavonoids from Artocarpus elasticus Wood against Acetylcholinesterase
Investigating plant-derived compounds with potential neuroprotective applications.

🧬 Telomeres, Oxidative Stress & Schizophrenia
Telomere Shortening and Its Association with Oxidative Stress and Telomere Maintenance Genes in Schizophrenia
A molecular perspective on cellular aging processes linked to psychiatric disorders.

⚡ Enhancing Photoelectrochemical Performance
Controlling the Hydrothermal Reaction and Unlocking the Potential of Porous Substrates for Enhanced Photoelectrochemical Activity in ZnO on Graphene/Nickel Foam
Engineering advanced hybrid materials for improved energy and sensing applications.

🔬 Ultra-Sensitive Pesticide Detection via Nanotechnology
Teknik Pengukuran Racun Perosak Nitenpyram menggunakan Serakan Raman Permukaan Diperkuat Berasaskan Nanobintang Logam (Detection Technique of Nitenpyram Pesticide using Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering Based on Metal Nanostars)
Leveraging metal nanostar structures to dramatically improve pesticide residue detection sensitivity.

🌊 Flexible Sensors for Flood Monitoring & Early Warning
Flood Monitoring and Early Warning System Enabled by High-Sensitivity MWCNTs-PDMS Flexible Strain Sensors
Developing smart, adaptable sensing systems to enhance disaster preparedness and risk mitigation.

❄️ Probing the Physics of Superconductors
Modulus Kekenyalan dan Pemalar Gandingan Elektron-Fonon Superkonduktor NdBa₂Cu3-xFexO₇- d (Elastic Moduli and Electron-Phonon Coupling Constant of NdBa₂Cu3-xFexO₇- d Superconductor)
Examining fundamental mechanical and electron–phonon interactions in high-temperature superconducting materials.

🔥 Processing Temperature Matters
Effect of Sintering Temperature on YBa2Cu3O7-δ Prepared via Modified Decomposition Method
How thermal treatment parameters influence superconducting phase formation and material performance.

📊 Advanced Statistical Modeling for Rainfall Analysis
Statistical Methods by a Reparameterization of the Coefficient of Variation for a Three-Parameter Lognormal Model: An Application to Thailand Rainfall Kinetic Energy Data
Introducing refined statistical tools to better understand rainfall intensity and kinetic energy patterns.

03/03/2026

𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐6 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞 55 𝐍𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 1 (𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻 the green banner, 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻)

🔬 Boosting Biotech Efficiency
Supercharging Recombinant Cephalosporin Acylase Production in Escherichia coli Using Autoinduction Media
A smarter, more efficient strategy to enhance enzyme expression for antibiotic production.

🌱 Natural Defenders from the Soil
Rhizosphere Bacteria of Citrus Plants in East Kalimantan vs. Lasiodiplodia theobromae
Uncovering beneficial microbes that protect crops from devastating fungal diseases.

👩‍🔬 Unun Triasih, Mutia Erti Dwiastuti, Listy Anggraeni, Suharjono, Muhamad Rizki Fatoni & Nensi Agustina

♻️ Turning Waste into Climate Solutions
CO₂ Capture Performance of Adsorbents Derived from Unutilized Coal at Different Temperatures
Transforming underused coal into functional materials for carbon mitigation.

🦠 Hidden Treasures from the Depths
Actinobacteria from the Karst Caves of Sumba Island as a Novel Source of Antimycobacterial Compounds
Exploring extreme environments for the next generation of anti-TB agents.

🌍 Urban Growth vs. Water Sustainability
Geospatial–Temporal Dynamics of Urbanisation and Water Resources in Nanchang, China
Mapping how city expansion reshapes water landscapes over time.

☕ What’s Inside Malaysian Guarana?
Extraction Kinetics and Comprehensive Profiling of Nutrients, Heavy Metals & Caffeine in Paullinia cupana
A closer look at safety, nutrition, and bioactive compounds.

🧠 Nature for Brain Health
Neuroprotective Potential of Zerumbone: A Scoping Review on Cognitive Function Enhancement
Can this natural compound support memory and cognitive resilience?

🧬 Decoding Aging Through Network Science
Topological Mapping of Age-Related Proteins Using Persistent Homology in PPI Networks
Advanced mathematical tools meet molecular aging research.

🔩 Engineering Excellence in Aerospace Alloys
Optimizing Strength–Ductility Balance in AA7075 via Controlled Heat Treatment
Fine-tuning processing parameters for superior material performance.

🌺 A New Giant Bloom Discovered
Rafflesia harjatii sp. nov.: A Newly Identified Species from East Kalimantan, Indonesia
Expanding the biodiversity record of one of the world’s most extraordinary plant genera.

⚡ Advancing CO₂ Adsorption Technology
Impact of Nitrogen Flow Rate in RF-PECVD on Morphology, Chemistry & CO₂ Adsorption of ZSM-5/A-CNX Composites
Process parameters that shape performance at the nanoscale.

🦴 Herbal Innovation in Bone Regeneration
Osteoinductive Effects of Non-Polar Extract of Piper sarmentosum in a Stem Cell-Based Model
Harnessing traditional plants for modern regenerative medicine.

💊 Smarter Nutrient Delivery Systems
Hydrolyzed Glucomannan–Maltodextrin Matrices for High-Efficiency Spray-Dried Iron Encapsulation
Improving iron stability and bioavailability through innovative biopolymer design.

03/03/2026

𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐5 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞 54 𝐍𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 12 (𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻 the green banner, 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻)

Penentuan Potensi Air Bawah Tanah Menggunakan Kaedah Keberintangan Geoelektrik dan Pengutuban Teraruh di Kawasan Terpilih Sekitar Lembangan Sungai Klang (Determination of Groundwater Potential using Geoelectrical Resistivity and Induced Polarization Methods in Selected Areas Around Sungai Klang Basin)
Mohd Hariri Arifin, Azlan Shah Nerwan Shah, Maisarah Abd Malek, Wan Nik Haikal, Mazatul Akma Aros, Tuan Rusli Tuan Mohamed, Nurul Ain Che Zakaria, Nor Shahidah Mohd Nazer & Norsyafina Roslan

Physical-Anthropogenic Influence on House Crow (Corvus splendens) Abundance in Urban Areas with Varying Levels of Urbanization
Wardah Mohd-Saleh, Naim Mustafa, Nor Halizam Ismail & Farah Shafawati Mohd-Taib

Enhanced Production of Lipase from ‘NC Mutant’ Moulds for Transesterification Reactions
Nisa Rachmania Mubarik, Trismilah Siswodarsono & Galih Cendana Nabilasani

Screening and Preliminary Characterization of Potential Probiotic Lactic Acid Bacteria from Vegetable Wastes
Nur Hidayahanum Hamid, Mohd Fakhrulddin Ismail, Hassan Mohd Daud, Prapansak Srisapoome, Murni Marlina Abd Karim, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Ruhil Hayati Hamdan & Siti Fairus Mohamed Yusof

Integrated Investigation on the Synthesis, Computational Analysis, Thermal Stability, and Performance of Eco-Friendly Chelating Agents for Calcium Ions
Emily S Majanun, Fatin Nur Ain Abdul Rashid, Muhamad Kamil Yaakob, Ahmad Sazali Hamzah, Zurina Shaameri, Karimah Kassim, Noor Hidayah Pungot, Muhamad Azwan Hamali, Ahmad Shalabi Md Sauri, Farhana Jaafar Azuddin, Yon Azwa Sazali, M Zuhaili Kashim & Mohd Fazli Mohammat

Pengaktifan Peroksimonosulfat secara Heterogen oleh MCM-41 Terdop Kobalt untuk Penyingkiran Fluorokuinolon (Heterogeneous Activation of Peroxymonosulfate by Cobalt-doped MCM-41 for Removal of Fluoroquinolones)
Ganapaty Manickavasagam, Nursyazlin Suda & Wen-Da Oh

Extraction and Characterization of Inulin from Taro Beneng (Xanthosoma undipes K. Koch)
Eris, F.R., Pamela, V.Y., Kusumasari, S., Meindrawan, B. & Sari, A.K.

Determination of Ochratoxin A in Brewed Coffee by Dispersive Liquid-Liquid Microextraction-High-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Fluorescence Detection
Nurul Qistina Izzati Md Zaihan, Wan Mohd Afiq Wan Mohd Khalik, Hafiza Mohamed Zuki & Saw Hong Loh

Quantitative ELISA Analysis of Protein Expression in HepG2 Cells Following Treatment with Insulin, Glucose, and Bis(maltolato) oxovanadium(IV)
Abeer Samih Al-Qatati

Mechanistic Study of PD-1 Inhibitors in the Immune Microenvironment of Liver Metastases: A Comprehensive Analysis Based on Radiomics
Xiang Zhuang, Hui Zhang, Ping Chen, Xiaoling Tian, Xinyi Zhang, Ge Song, Yubo Liu, Yunqi Hua & Zhenfeng Wang

Southeast Asian Medicinal Plants in Osteoporosis: A Systematic Review of Anti-Osteoclastogenesis in Preclinical Models
Intan Zarina Zainol Abidin, Yamuna Silvaraja & Shahrul Hisham Zainal Ariffin

A Single-Step Approach with Seven Hybrid Points for the Solution of Stiff Differential Equations
Ibrahim Mohammed Dibal, Yeak Su Hoe & Suzarina Ahmed Sukri

30/12/2025

🌧️🌏 How do super El Niño events reshape rainfall in Southeast Asia?

This study reveals that not all El Niño events affect Southeast Asia in the same way. By comparing three major super El Niño episodes (1982/83, 1997/98, and 2015/16), the research shows that differences in El Niño strength, pattern, and type drive distinct teleconnection mechanisms—resulting in varied seasonal rainfall impacts across the region.

Significant rainfall reductions were observed, particularly over Indonesia and the Philippines during the SON season, with the 1997/98 event causing the most severe drying due to the combined influence of a strong positive Indian Ocean Dipole. These findings highlight the importance of understanding climate variability to better anticipate future hydroclimatic risks in equatorial Southeast Asia.

📖https://www.ukm.my/jsm/pdf_files/SM-PDF-54-11-2025/2.pdf

12/12/2025

🌍 Malaysia’s REE Potential: What Lies Beneath the Western Belt? ⚡

As the world races toward high-tech and low-carbon innovations, Rare Earth Elements (REEs) have never been more critical. This review highlights Malaysia’s Western Belt as a promising source of ion-adsorption REE clays — a growing global priority.

Discover the geochemistry, geology, and distribution of REE deposits and why Malaysia is emerging as a key player in global supply.

👉 Read more: [https://www.ukm.my/jsm/pdf_files/SM-PDF-54-11-2025/1.pdf]

01/12/2025

𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐5 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞 54 𝐍𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 11 (𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻 the green banner, 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻)

A Review of Rare Earth Elements in the Western Belt of Peninsular Malaysia

Perbezaan Impak Super El Niño terhadap Taburan Hujan di Asia Tenggara (Differences in the Impact of Super El Niño on Rainfall in Southeast Asia)

Penjanaan Semula dan Kedinamikan Pembentukan Luang Kanopi Hutan Paya Bakau
(Regeneration and Dynamics of Canopy Gaps Formation of Mangrove Swamp Forest)

Performance of Ganoderma lucidum Biomass and β-glucan as Functional Feed for African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) on Immuno-oxidative Defenses

Alpinia conchigera Antifungal Activity against Oral Candida: An in vitro Study

Homofermentative Lactic Acid- and Cellulase-Secreting Oryctes rhinoceros Larval Gut Bacterial Strains for Lactic Acid Production

Interstock-Induced Anatomical and Metabolomic Shifts Enhance Growth and Stress Adaptation in Citrus Cultivars

Mitochondrial Genome Sequencing in Marine Bivalves: Progress, Applications, Challenges and Future Directions

Menilai Potensi Polisakarida yang Diekstrak daripada Arthrospira platensis A1 sebagai Sumber Prebiotik kepada Bacillus velezensis FS26 (Evaluating the Potential of Polysaccharides Extracted from Arthrospira platensis A1 as a Prebiotic Source to Bacillus velezensis FS26)

Synthesis, Acetylcholinesterase and Molecular Modelling Analysis of (3E,5E)-3,5-Diarylidene-1-Phenylethylpiperidine-4-One Derivatives as a Therapeutic Agent for Alzheimer’s Disease

Multivariate Analysis of Pesticides in Environmental Samples using High Performance Liquid Chromatography

Distinct Degradation Behaviors of Gaseous H2O2 and Benzene in NaOH-MnSO4, MnO2, and KI Systems

Direct Oxidation of Various Oil Palm Components using CeO Catalyst for Vanillin Production

Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Field (RF-EMF) Exposure Assessment at a Nuclear Facility: Safety Monitoring and Public

Pencantuman Foto-UV Akrilat Terfungsian pada Getah Asli Terepoksida sebagai Pengikat dalam Bateri Litium-Ion (UV-Photografting of Functionalized Acrylates onto Epoxidized Natural Rubber for Use as Binders in Lithium-Ion Batteries)

Determination of the Optimal Number of PLS Components Based on the Combination of Cross-Validation and RMD-MRCD-PCA Weighting Function

The Dragon King Phenomenon (Super-Extreme Outliers) in Cryptocurrency. Is Bitcoin the Riskier One?

An Innovative Approach to Financial Market Analysis: Hybrid ARFIMA with Sieve and Moving Block Bootstrap

24/11/2025

📊✨ Smarter Quality Control Through Data Memory!

How can industries detect production issues faster and more accurately? 🏭
A new paper in Sains Malaysiana (Vol. 54 No. 9, 2025) introduces an efficient memory-type statistical method for monitoring nonconformities per unit — a major step forward in quality control and process monitoring.

🔍 Key highlights:
✅ Proposes a new control chart design with a memory-type structure that enhances sensitivity to small process shifts.
✅ Detects instability and variation in production processes more effectively than traditional methods.
✅ Offers a practical solution for industries aiming to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and maintain consistent quality.

This study shows how statistical innovation can drive smarter manufacturing systems, combining mathematics, engineering, and real-world applications to ensure every product meets the highest standards. ⚙️📈

📖 Read the full article here:
👉https://www.ukm.my/jsm/pdf_files/SM-PDF-54-9-2025/18.pdf

23/11/2025

💧🌍 Modeling How Substances Move Through Complex Environments — One Equation at a Time!

Ever wondered how pollutants, heat, or chemicals move through soil, air, or water? 🌊
A new study published in Sains Malaysiana (Vol. 54 No. 9, 2025) presents an advanced numerical simulation for studying diffusion–convection processes in heterogeneous media with a point source — a model that mirrors real-world conditions like waste discharge, groundwater flow, or chemical spread.

🔬 Key highlights:
✅ Developed a robust numerical method for solving complex diffusion–convection problems.
✅ Demonstrated how material properties and environmental conditions influence diffusion behavior.
✅ Provides valuable insights for environmental science, chemical engineering, and material transport modeling.

This research shows how mathematical modeling and simulation can help us better understand — and ultimately manage — the movement of substances in our environment. 🌿

📖 Read the full article here:
👉https://www.ukm.my/jsm/pdf_files/SM-PDF-54-9-2025/17.pdf

22/11/2025

🧮✨ Advancing Mathematical Solutions for Complex Equations!

A new study published in Sains Malaysiana (Vol. 54 No. 9, 2025) introduces a novel variant of the Weighted Quadratic Mean (WQM) iterative method designed to solve Fredholm integro-differential equations — a class of equations widely used in physics, engineering, and biological modeling.

🔍 Key highlights:
✅ The new variant improves accuracy and convergence speed compared to traditional iterative methods.
✅ Demonstrates better numerical stability, especially for challenging real-world problems.
✅ Contributes to more efficient computational modeling in applied sciences.

This research reflects how mathematics continues to push the boundaries of science and technology — providing better tools to understand complex systems and optimize real-world processes. 🚀

📖 Read the full article here:
👉https://www.ukm.my/jsm/pdf_files/SM-PDF-54-9-2025/16.pdf

21/11/2025

📈🌍 Can Mathematics Explain How FDI Shapes a Nation’s Economy?

A new paper in Sains Malaysiana (Vol. 54 No. 9, 2025) explores how Lotka-Volterra equations—a model originally used in biology to describe predator–prey relationships—can be adapted to study the interaction between Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

🔍 The researchers show that:
✅ GDP and FDI have a mutual and dynamic relationship — growth in one influences the other.
✅ Mathematical modeling helps predict economic trends and stability.
✅ This approach offers new insights for economists and policymakers seeking to understand how investments drive national growth.

This study demonstrates how mathematical tools from ecology can shed light on economic behavior, bridging science and economics in innovative ways. 💡

📖 Read the full article here:
👉https://www.ukm.my/jsm/pdf_files/SM-PDF-54-9-2025/15.pdf

20/11/2025

🌿✨ Innovative Use of Chitosan Coating to Keep Pineapples Fresher, Longer! 🍍

A new study published in Sains Malaysiana (Vol. 54 No. 9, 2025) explores how irradiated chitosan, a biodegradable natural polymer, can be used as an eco-friendly coating to extend the shelf life of pineapple fruits.

🔬 The study found that:
✅ Chitosan coating helps reduce moisture loss and delay browning.
✅ Irradiation enhances chitosan’s performance by improving its antimicrobial properties.
✅ This technique offers a sustainable alternative to chemical preservatives for fruit storage and transport.

This research supports move towards green and sustainable agriculture, helping farmers and consumers benefit from fresher local produce with reduced postharvest losses. 🌱

📖 Read the full paper here:https://www.ukm.my/jsm/pdf_files/SM-PDF-54-9-2025/14.pdf

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