University Putra Malaysia Research Articles

Data-Driven Multi-Fault Detection in Pipelines Utilizing Frequency Response Function and Artificial Neural Networks

This research presents a data-driven structural health monitoring (SHM) approach for pipeline systems that leverages frequency response function (FRF) signals and artificial neural network (ANN) algorithms to accurately identify and classify diverse pipeline fault conditions. The study focuses on three specific faults: bolt looseness, scale deposits, and crack occurrence at pipeline supports, which were replicated on a pipeline segment located at the Sound and Vibration Research Group (SVRG) at University Putra Malaysia (UPM). The FRF signals were captured using accelerometers to monitor the structural health of the pipeline. The data acquisition stage involved collecting FRF signals from the accelerometers to capture vibrations and responses related to the identified faults using a Siemens LMS SCADAS data acquisition unit. The data underwent preprocessing, including the application of principal component analysis (PCA) for feature selection. The subsequent data processing stage involved the application of an artificial neural network (ANN) algorithm for pattern recognition to analyze and classify the acquired data, identifying patterns associated with the replicated fault conditions. The proposed methodology demonstrated exceptional performance, with the ANN model achieving consistently high overall accuracy (above 99.7%) and remarkably low mean squared error (in the range of 0.0088×10−3to0.3062×10−3) across multiple iterations and sensor datasets. The detailed class-specific metrics, including accuracy, precision, sensitivity, and F1-score, further substantiated the model's effectiveness in identifying the individual fault types with near-perfect or perfect results for the majority of the fault scenarios. The location-invariant performance of the ANN model across different sensor placements demonstrates the robustness of the proposed data-driven SHM methodology. This research highlights the transformative potential of integrating state-of-the-art data-driven techniques to revolutionize the monitoring and assessment of critical pipeline infrastructure, ultimately enhancing the safety, reliability, and longevity of these vital systems.

The relationship between patterns of using internet, media literacy, alcohol consumption and drug abuse: a case of Malaysian youths

The concerning statistics regarding alcohol consumption and substance abuse among young individuals in Malaysia necessitate endeavors to comprehend this occurrence. The aim of the current research was to ascertain the correlations between media literacy, Internet usage patterns, alcohol intake, and drug misuse among Malaysian youths. A quantitative research approach was employed to collect data from 440 students at University Putra Malaysia through a method of stratified random sampling. The findings of the investigation indicated that the association between media literacy and alcohol consumption was statistically significant (p=0.017), whereas it was deemed insignificant for drug consumption (p=0.90). Notably, no statistically significant connections were found between the two dimension of Internet usage patterns and alcohol intake (p=0.22, p=0.54) or drug use (p=0.41, p=0.48). Nevertheless, the link between Internet usage patterns and media literacy was found to be significant (p=0.00). Additionally, outcomes from the independent t-test displayed that male participants exhibited higher levels of drug and alcohol usage compared to their female counterparts (p=0.00, p=0.045). Significant mean disparities were also observed between drug consumption and gender. The outcomes of the one-way ANOVA revealed notable mean differences between ethnic groups and alcohol consumption (p=0.00), while no mean differences were identified between ethnic groups and drug usage (p=0.82). The implications of this study are also deliberated.

The Relationship between Internet Usage, Alcohol Consumption and Drug Abuse among Malaysian University Students based on respondent’s demographics: a Quantitative Analysis

ABSTRACT Malaysia is ranked as the 10th largest consumer of alcohol concerning its population size. Furthermore, Malaysia's position is 71st in per capita cigarette consumption, indicating an average of 646 cigarettes smoked by each adult annually. The primary aims of this research endeavor encompass comprehending the connections between Internet usage motives, attitudes towards the Internet, drug abuse, and alcohol intake with considerations based on gender, income, religious beliefs, and educational level. Employing a quantitative approach, the current investigation utilizes a questionnaire survey to fulfill its objectives, with a sample size of 440 respondents from University Putra Malaysia. The selection of students was carried out through stratified random sampling. The correlation between Internet usage purpose and attitudes, concerning alcohol consumption, did not yield statistically significant results. Conversely, a noteworthy correlation was found between purpose and attitudes towards Internet usage and drug abuse. The mediating role of attitudes towards the Internet between independent and dependent variables was substantiated. The model indicated that gender, income, and religion have moderator effects, while educational level did not exhibit such influence. Keywords: Internet Usage, Alcohol Drinking, Drug Abuse, Malaysian University Students

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The International Conference on Biomass and Bioenergy (ICBB) 2023 was successfully held as a hybrid conference by the Surfactant and Bioenergy Research Center (SBRC)-IPB University, Indonesia in collaboration with the International Society of Biomass and Bioenergy (ISBB); Villanova University, USA; and Hiroshima University, Japan. ICBB 2023 was sponsored by the Oil Palm Plantation Fund Management Agency of the Republic of Indonesia (BPDP Sawit) and the Indonesia Biofuel Producer Association (APROBI). The conference was also supported by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of the Republic of Indonesia, IPB University, and Indonesian Association of Bioenergy Scientist and Technologist (IKABI). ICBB 2023 with the theme of Global Advancement in Biomass and Bioenergy Research and Development to Achieve Sustainable Energy Transition and Bioeconomy was the 8th international scientific conference on biomass and bioenergy hosted in Indonesia. This annual conference is conducted to discuss current global advancement in biomass and bioenergy fields. The ICBB 2023 was held as the first ICBB hybrid conference on August 7-8, 2023. ICBB 2023 was organized by SBRC-IPB University and hosted at IPB International Convention Center, Bogor, Indonesia and online by Zoom Video Conference. To maintain the continuity of the annual conference for scientists and students to disseminate and publish their research, as well as to facilitate the attendance of more international participants, the ICBB 2023 operation was improved as a hybrid conference. ICBB 2023 main program consisted of a keynote and plenary sessions with seven speakers and four thematic parallel sessions. Seven prominent scientists in biomass and bioenergy sciences from 6 different countries successfully delivered their lectures, i.e., Prof. Dr. Yun Hin Taufiq-Yap (University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia), Dr. Dadan Kusdiana (The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of the Republic of Indonesia), Prof. Dr. Justinus Satrio (Villanova University, USA), Prof. Dr. Yukihiro Matsumura (Hiroshima University, Japan), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Edy Hartulistiyoso (IPB University, Indonesia), Prof. Dr. Navid Moheimani (Murdoch University, Australia), Prof. Dr. David Herak (Czech University of Life Sciences, Czech), and 63 parallel presentations were successfully organized. ICBB 2023 thematically discussed four key topics as follows: 1. Bioenergy and Biomass Utilization, 2. AI/IT Technologies in Biomass/Bioenergy/Agriculture, 3. Environment, Economics, Policy, Management/Business related to Biomass or Bioenergy, 4. Bio-chemicals The paper committee received 85 submissions and finally accepted 42 full papers of over 63 presentations which were delivered in the conference and published in this ICBB 2023 proceedings after the peer reviewing process. Authors of ICBB 2023 proceedings were from 5 countries (Indonesia, Japan, USA, the Netherlands, and the Philippines). There were more than 189 participants who attended online ICBB 2023 from 9 countries (Japan, Czech Republic, Malaysia, USA, Philippines, the Netherlands, Australia, Poland, and Indonesia). The differences in time zones and the quality of the host and participants’ internet networks posed a challenge to the operation of this hybrid conference. However, the technical quality and delivery success of the conference were very good. Acknowledgments and appreciations to the Rector and Vice Rector of IPB University for their support to the conference, to the reviewers and editorial board members, committee members, and event partners who worked hard to make the conference and the publication of this proceedings successful. The conference committee acknowledged the support and sponsorship from the Oil Palm Plantation Fund Management Agency of the Republic of Indonesia (BPDP Sawit) and the Indonesia Biofuel Producer Association (APROBI). The paper committee did their best to complete manuscripts reviewing by following the scientific standards in the IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science. However, there might be some shortcomings found in this proceedings. Therefore, suggestions from readers are greatly appreciated, so that the quality of the ICBB conference proceedings will continuously be improved in the future. We hope this ICBB 2023 proceedings will improve knowledge and provide benefits to academics, scientists, industrial stakeholders, and policy makers, especially in the field of biomass and bioenergy. Thank you for your kind attention. The list of Committees of the International Conference on Biomass and Bioenergy 2023 Steering Committee and Organizing Committee are available in this pdf.

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The 4th International Conference on Tropical Silviculture (ICTS) 2023 Indonesia, in particular, grapples with the repercussions of deforestation, manifesting in elevated CO2 emissions, climate change, and the alarming loss of biodiversity. In this context, silvicultural science emerges as a pivotal player in steering forest management towards sustainability. Silvicultural science emerges a very vital role in sustainable forest management. Its vital role lies in preserving the functions of forest ecosystems—habitat, regulation, production, and information dissemination, increasing positive socio-economic impacts, including in terms of maintaining and increasing forest productivity and achieving sustainable development. Indonesian silviculturists are expected to demonstrate a high commitment to reducing national greenhouse gas emissions through applicable knowledge and practices. The study of forest ecosystems necessitates in-depth research, as well as the sharing and dissemination of results to various stakeholders.Recognizing the imperative of disseminating silvicultural studies, the International Conference on Tropical Silviculture (ICTS) stands as a crucial platform. Organized regularly by the Department of Silviculture, Faculty of Forestry and Environment, IPB University, the 4th ICTS embraced a hybrid format on 24 August 2023. With the theme “Bridging Silviculture Knowledge and Practices to Foster the Achievement of SDGs and FOLU NET SINK 2030,” this conference aims to facilitate the exchange of information, knowledge, and innovations. The conference addressed seven key topics, including biodiversity, forest fire and climate change, agroforestry and forest plantation, ecosystem services, non-timber forest products, silviculture approach, and forest degradation and rehabilitation.I extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Rector of IPB University, the Dean of the Faculty of Forestry and Environment, and the Head of the Silviculture Department for their unwavering support, which has been instrumental in ensuring the success of this conference. Special gratitude is extended to the Directorate of International Program at IPB University, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, the Regional Fire Management Resource Centre-South East Asia (RFMRC-SEA), University Putra Malaysia (UPM), University of Maryland Center for Environmental Studies (UMCES), and Göttingen University Germany as Co-Organizers. Their collaborative efforts have significantly contributed to the realization of this conference.I would also like to express our sincere thanks to our esteemed funding sponsors: Korea-Indonesia Forest Cooperation Center (KIFCC), Rinjani Parahita Nusantara (RPN), PT. Bukit Asam Tbk, Forestry Alumni Association (HAE), APHI, and IPB Press. Your generous support and collaboration have played a pivotal role in making this conference possible.In closing, my heartfelt thanks go out to the committee members of the Department of Silviculture, Faculty of Forestry and Environment, IPB University, for their exceptional dedication and hard work. I also extend appreciation to all participants, session moderators, speakers, and poster presenters who contribute to making this conference truly meaningful. Special acknowledgment is reserved for the diligent reviewers, whose insightful comments and suggestions enhance the quality of manuscripts in our conference proceedings.Chairman, Organizing Committee ICTS 2023 Dr. Ati Dwi Nurhayati, S.Hut, M.SList of Proceedings of The 4th International Conference on Tropical Silviculture (ICTS) 2023 is available itn this pdf.

Compulsive Internet usage and social isolation among university students in Malaysia: Internet abuse

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationships between Internet usage, social isolation, and Internet addiction among university students. The study used a quantitative method and questionnaires to measure the ‘problems of using the Internet’, ‘patterns of Internet usage’, ‘social isolation’, and ‘Internet addiction’. The study included 440 students from the University Putra Malaysia, chosen using a stratified random sampling method. The majority of the respondents were single (93.20%) and aged between 23 to 40 years old. The study found a significant relationship between ‘problems of using the Internet, social isolation, and Internet addiction’. However, there was no statistically significant relationship between the patterns of using the Internet and social isolation. The t-test result showed that no significant mean differences were found among marital status, field of study, social isolation, and Internet addiction. Implication of the study discussed.

How Does Green Human Resources Management Practice Influence The Job Pursuit Intention of Millennial Generation in Indonesia and Malaysia?

Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practice is a set of activities in human resources that involve environmental aspects in their implementation. In 2020, with the millennial generation making up the largest proportion of the workforce, they will wield significant influence over business trends. Previous research indicates that job pursuit intentions are influenced by organisational attributes, emphasising the need for companies to understand the important values held by their future workforce. The purpose of this study is to measure millennials' perceptions of the influence of GHRM practices on their intention to seek employment in Indonesian and Malaysian companies and to analyse the impact of the implementation of GHRM practices in the company on millennials' intention to seek employment, using pro-environmental consciousness as a moderator. The data used in this research were primary data obtained through questionnaires with the Likert scale and the scenario-based study, and secondary data from the central statistical board and other literature that supports the research. The respondents in this study were final-year students at IPB University Indonesia and University Putra Malaysia. Data were analysed using descriptive analysis, hierarchical linear regression analysis, and bootstrapping in SPSS 22. The results show that GHRM is positively significant with job pursuit intention (JPI), whereas personal pro-environmental consciousness was not given the significant effect between GHRM and JPI. Implementing GHRM practices is indispensable for companies seeking to attract millennial talent. These practices can be implemented using both push and pull strategies, embedding pro-environmental aspects.

On The Connection between Using Internet Usage and the Development of Negative Behavior among Malaysian Youth

The Internet impacts students' lives and career paths. Excessive use may correlate with tobacco and alcohol consumption despite its benefits. The present study aimed to identify the relationship between gratification of Internet usage, problems in Internet usage, alcohol consumption, and drug abuse among Malaysian youth. The quantitative method was applied by using a survey questionnaire. A total of 440 students from the University Putra Malaysia (32.3% males, 67.7% females) were selected using a stratified random sampling method. The majority of the respondents (93.2%) were single. The students ranged from 23 to 40, with the majority of the younger group (78.3%) in the age range of 18-23. No link was found between Internet use gratification and alcohol/drug usage. No correlation was found between the Internet, alcohol, and drug problems. The association between age and alcohol usage was not significant. However, this relationship for drug abuse was substantial and positive. No significant differences were found in the mean values for the respondents' fields of study and alcohol or drug usage. The findings of the independent t-test illustrated that there were significant differences between marital status and alcohol consumption. Still, there were no significant mean differences between marital status and drug usage.

THE MEDIATION EFFECT OF INTERNET USE GRATIFICATION AND INTERNET USAGE ON POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Internet has influenced all aspects of modern man's life. Younger generations have always been interested in using different features of online world. Youths are found to be active Internet users in Malaysia. The present study was carried out to understand how Internet can influence Positive Youth Development (PYD), and to identify the relationship between patterns of using Internet and Internet skill on PYD. The mediation effect of Internet use gratification among Malaysian youth was also investigated. A quantitative survey method was used to collect data from a total number of 440 students, from University Putra Malaysia using stratified random sampling. The results indicated the mediation effect of patterns of Internet usage and Internet use gratification with positive youth development (PYD). However, there is no mediation effect of Internet skill and PYD with the mediation effect of Internet use gratification. In addition, the relationship between Internet use gratification and the five dimensions of PYD (competence, confidence, caring, character, connection) proved to be significant. There is no moderator effect for ethnicity and marital status; however, it is significant for gender. As media has proved to impress different aspects of the youth’s lives, it is recommended to pay more attention to its crucial role in the formation of positive development in further research. Media experts have the potential to use the youth’s capabilities in positive ways.

Factors Influencing Green Product Purchase Behavior among University Putra Malaysia Students

The issue of the environment such as increasing sea levels, air pollution, water pollution, and climate change, are affecting people all over. Since early times, human beings have been experiencing environmental degradation due to the development activities due to the rise of civilizations. A green product is designed to have as little environmental impact as possible over its entire life cycle, including after it is no longer being used. This study examines the factors influencing green product purchase behaviour among University Putra Malaysia (UPM) students. A total of 260 respondents were selected from the University of Putra Malaysia by using simple random sampling. The data was collected by using the administered questionnaire. The results of multiple linear regressions showed that the adjusted R2 is 0.438, indicating that the variance of the dependent variable was explained by the knowledge, attitude, social appeal and emotional value. The result also showed only three variables were influencing; emotional value (ß =.333, p ? 0.01) was the most influential factor, followed by knowledge (ß =.303, p ? 0.01) and attitude (ß =.160, p ? 0.01) among UPM students towards the green product purchase behaviour. This study concluded that emotional value, knowledge, and attitude were among the factors influencing green product purchase behaviour. Future research is recommended to conduct this study on other University students in Malaysia with larger samples and also can focus on the other factors which influence the students on green product purchase behaviour

The Collaborative Effort and Efficiency of Inquiry-Based Learning

This study investigates the effect on the teacher's performance of collaborative effort and efficiency of inquiry-based learning. It also determines the impact of the mediating role of student performance. The research framework was constructed based on the unified technology acceptance and use of technology theory. A quantitative analysis was done with surveys to collect primary data from the teacher and lecturers of Malaysia. The researcher used a Likert scale of 7 to evaluate elements of the building. This study focuses on the top 10 public university students in Malaysia. The universities are University Malaya (UM), University Kembangan Malaysia, University Putra Malaysia (UPM), University Since Malaysia (USM), University Technology Malaysia (UTM), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), University Technology Mara (UiTM), University Malaysia Perlis (UniMap), and University Tun Hossain (UTHM). Finally, researchers selected the total number of students, 368,881, which is the population of this study. Using systematic random sampling with an interval, researchers sent students an electronic link to respond to a Google Doc questionnaire. This is a unique study in the field of teacher performance that used a diverse and necessary variable known as teaching pedagogy. Therefore, it uniquely integrates leading pedagogy variables into teacher performance. The result of this study helps to meet the education qualification requirement (EQR), and the newly acquired knowledge from this study may help spur the development of the education sector. In addition, it may provide an extensive understanding of making government policies for educational institutions.

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Mastering Linguistic-Cultural Competence Through The Engagement of Higher Education Institution (IPT) Students in Abroad Mobility Programmes for Academic Purposes

The mastery of cultural-linguistic competence is seen as a matter that can affect the Arabic speaking level of Bachelor of Arts (Foreign Language) Arabic Language Specialization students at University Putra Malaysia to a better level after their involvement in the overseas mobility program for academic purposes at the Language Center of University Al al- Bayt, Mafraq Jordan on February 1 - March 1, 2020. Therefore, this paper aims to discuss the mastery of cultural-linguistic competence regarding the possession of knowledge of the types of language and cultural terms that affect the level of Arabic speaking of students after their involvement in the mobility program abroad for academic purposes. The Socio-cultural Competency Assessment Method of N.M. Belyakova (2008) is used to identify the mastery of cultural-linguistic competence among students through overseas mobility programs for academic purposes. Qualitative research methodology through interviews with 8 students became the main data and information collection method. Hence, the ATLAS software. ti version 6 was used in analyzing the study data. The results of the study show that students who successfully engage in this program for at least one month can gain knowledge of the types of language terms and culture native to the Arabic language in the country as well as help overcome the problem of weakness in their Arabic speaking level.

The Influence of Parental Financial Socialisation and Financial Literacy on University Student's Financial Behaviour

Children away from their parents while pursuing higher education at universities face new challenges in managing their finances and preparing to be financially independent. This study analysed and compared the effects of parental financial socialisation and financial literacy on Indonesian and Malaysian university students' financial behaviour. In total, 204 students from the Faculty of Human Ecology at IPB University and Universiti Putra Malaysia participated in the study. Data were gathered using a self-reporting questionnaire using the convenience sampling method. The independent sample t-test and multiple regression analysis were performed on the data. The results of the t-test showed that Malaysian students scored significantly higher in parental financial socialisation and financial behaviour but lower in financial literacy than Indonesian students. Moreover, the regression analyses revealed that parental financial socialisation and students' financial literacy were highly significant in influencing the sampled students' financial behaviour. However, by splitting the sample based on the student's country of origin, this study demonstrated that Malaysian students' financial behaviour was only significantly influenced by parental financial socialisation, while Indonesian students' financial behaviour was only significantly determined by financial literacy. These findings implied that Malaysian parents were more involved in shaping their children's financial behaviour or decisions. In contrast, Indonesian students were more independent from their parents, and their financial literacy level predominantly influenced their financial behaviour.

Anxiety and Satisfaction toward Online Learning on Academic Engagement During Covid-19 Outbreak among Malaysian Undergraduates

This study aims to determine the relationship between anxiety and satisfaction towards online learning with student academic engagement during Covid-19 pandemic among local university students. A total of 203 students from four faculties in University Putra Malaysia, Serdang were involved in the study. Data were obtained using an online questionnaire form. Findings showed that anxiety and satisfaction toward online learning were significantly correlate with the academic engagement among students. Multiple regression analysis showed that two factors were found to have significantly predicted students' academic engagement namely state anxiety (? = 0.167, p <0.05), and response satisfaction toward online learning (? = 0.486 p <0.001). The model explained 34% of the variance in academic engagement among UPM students. Results of the present study revealed that access in satisfaction toward online learning is important in influencing the academic engagement of local UPM students. By understanding the aspects that have a high impact on local UPM students, it helps government agencies and higher education institutions to reduce mental health problems and online learning problems.

Setting Up a Transfusion Laboratory for Covid-19 Samples: An Experience from a New Teaching Hospital

University Putra Malaysia (UPM) Teaching Hospital or Hospital Pengajar UPM (HPUPM) is a new 400-bed teaching hospital that started operations in 2019 and initially did not manage COVID-19 patients. However, due to a surge of COVID-19 patients in Malaysia in 2021, HPUPM needs to manage COVID-19 patients in various categories, including those needing intensive care. This paper explored the experience of setting up the transfusion laboratory for COVID-19 samples within a short notice, including the development of the protocol, challenges, and lessons learnt during the whole process.

LANGUAGE CHOICE IN EDUCATION IN A MULTILINGUAL SETTING: THE MALAYSIAN CONTEXT

A state of multilingualism allows people to grow up with access to two or more languages which results in exercising choice of languages for different purposes in different domains. Even within a single domain, education for example, the choice of language varies according to contexts, topics and participants. Since Malaysia is a multilingual country, it is not surprising that everyone in this country speaks at least two or more languages. What languages the Malaysians choose in the education domain constitutes the focus of this paper. It also investigates what influences the choice. The issues were investigated through a questionnaire survey administered to a sample of University Putra Malaysia undergraduates who are seen as representative of Malaysian undergraduates. The data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The findings revealed that language choice in education varies according to sub-domains. It was also found that language proficiency, ethnicity, and gender influence the choice of languages.

Management Factors Affecting Nitrogen Content, Cell Wall Thickness and the Fiber Diameter of the Kenaf Fibers (Hibiscus cannabinus L.)

Two field tests have done in 2013 and 2014 on two kenaf varieties: Fuhong-952 and 4383 at University Putra Malaysia which was to investigate the effect of preharvest factors of nitrogen content in the cell wall of the fibers. Different types and doses of fertilizers were used as preharvest factors, which was potassium as muriate of potash at the rate of (0.0, 100 and 150 kg/ha), was added to the plants in two different growth stages, halve dose at planting day and others' after planting by three weeks. At the second time of application boron and zinc added at (0.0, 1.0, 1.5 and 0.0, 5.0 kg/ha, of borax and zinc chloride), respectively. Besides that, during the second field test just FH-952 as plant material was selected, other levels of zinc were added which was to display its impact of quality characteristics. The best result of nitrogen content (4.82%) was achieved for FH-952 when potassium was added at the high level, nevertheless 4383 was when potassium, boron and zinc were applied at the rate of (150, 1.0 and 5.0) kg/ha, respectively by (3.33%). Changing of nitrogen content caused to increase cell wall thickness, so the biggest result of the cell wall thickness was recorded again when potassium was added alone at a high level (150) kg/ha, which was by (7.73 μm) of FH-952 variety. K, Z and combined treatments; K×Z, K×B, and K×B×Z were significantly affected fiber diameter. During the second experiment zinc performances caused to achieve tough fibers which was possible for using as biocomposite materials

A randomised controlled trial on the effects of a structural education module among women with polycystic ovarian syndrome on nutrition and physical activity changes

BackgroundPolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a complex metabolic, endocrine and reproductive disorder that has a huge impact on the life of women. To ascertain the effectiveness of health education module among women with PCOS.MethodsThis single-centre, randomised controlled trial was conducted on female staff of the University Putra Malaysia who were diagnosed with PCOS. Subjects were randomly assigned into intervention (n = 34) and control group (n = 35). In the intervention group, they need to take part in 8 education sessions in total over 6 months, and feedback was collected at the end of the session.ResultsPrimary outcome was changes in knowledge, attitude and practise of nutrition. Secondary outcomes were eating attitude and behaviour as well as knowledge, attitude and practise towards physical activity. After 6-months of intervention, there was a significant difference observed in nutrition knowledge 1 score (p < 0.001) and nutrition knowledge 2 score (p = 0.01) between intervention and control groups. Similarly, there was a significant difference observed in international physical activity questionnaire score (p = 0.02) between intervention and control groups. However there was no significant changes for attitude and practice of nutrition, eating attitude as well as knowledge, attitude and practise of physical activity.ConclusionsOur study showed that 6-months of education intervention can improve nutrition and physical activity knowledge. Based on this study, the education module may be considered an effective intervention for women with PCOS.Trial registration: Name of the registry: Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR). Trial registration number: ACTRN12617000135314. Date of registration: 24/01/2017. URL of trial registry record: https://www.anzctr.org.au/Trial/Registration/TrialReview.aspx?id=372037

The Relationship between Media Usage and Positive Youth Development with the Mediate Effects of Internet Use Gratification

Internet offers countless opportunities that affect students' lives and their career potentials. With the help of Internet, youth development processes are positively encouraged. In order to understand how Internet can influence Positive Youth Development (PYD), this study was carried out with an attempt to identify the relationship between problems of using Internet, income, and PYD with the mediate effects of Internet use gratification among Malaysian youth. A quantitative survey method was used to collect data from 440 students (142 male and 298 female) majoring in science and social science from University Putra Malaysia using stratified random sampling. The results show that there is a mediate effect for Internet use gratification with problems of using Internet and five dimensions of PYD; however, this relationship is not significant for the role of income. In addition, no significant difference was found between science and social science groups. The relationship between Internet use gratification and 5Cs (connection, competence, character, caring, confidence) proved to be significant. There is no statistically meaningful relationship between participants' income and 5Cs except for confidence. There is no significant relationship between income and Internet use gratification. There is also no significant relationship between problem of using Internet and the (5Cs); however, this relationship proved to be significant with Internet use gratification. Implications of the study are also discussed.