Universiti Sains Malaysia

This study tested a culturally adapted relapse prevention program (RPM-08) for men with substance use disorder in Pakistan. 70 participants attended eight weekly group sessions alongside their usual treatment. The goal was to see if the program could lower the risk of relapse com…

This study tested whether adding overripe banana powder to the diet helps adults with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar. Sixty participants took either the banana supplement or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in blood sugar, insulin, and blood pressur…

This study tested a special nutrition checklist and guide for pregnant women with gestational diabetes in Malaysia. 206 women took part, with half using the checklist plus standard care and the other half receiving standard care alone. The goal was to see if the tool helped contr…

This study looked at whether a mindfulness program (MBSR) can improve quality of life and positive feelings like hope and growth in people newly diagnosed with head and neck cancer. 110 adults who had finished surgery and were getting other treatments took part. The goal was to s…

This study looked at whether walking downstairs (instead of upstairs) can improve heart health, body composition, and strength in obese, inactive women. Twenty-four women aged 18-50 with a BMI of 25-40 took part in an 8-week program, walking stairs twice a week. Researchers measu…

This study looked at whether a type of talk therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help university students in Malaysia feel better. 32 students with mild to moderate anxiety, depression, or stress took part. Some received six weekly online ACT sessions, while…

This study looked at how stress hormones and personality traits influence how people with overweight or obesity feel during short, intense cycling workouts. Thirty-two adults completed a 10-week program of one-minute hard efforts with short rests. Researchers measured hormones li…

This study looked at how a common stomach medication (pantoprazole) affects the levels of clozapine, a drug for schizophrenia, in the blood. 33 healthy adults took clozapine alone and again after taking pantoprazole. The goal was to see if pantoprazole changes how much clozapine …

This study looked at 24 Chinese national korfball players to see if a 10-week complex training program (mixing heavy weights with jumps) could improve their strength, balance, and shooting. The goal was to reduce differences between their dominant and non-dominant sides and lower…

This study tested whether interactive videos and games can improve oral health in 11-year-old schoolchildren in Malaysia. 220 kids were split into two groups: one received the video/game program plus a standard talk, the other only the talk. Researchers measured changes in tooth …

This study tested a new oral health education module called MyBRUSH in 176 twelve-year-old children in Sabah, Malaysia. Researchers wanted to see if it improves kids' knowledge, attitude, and behavior about toothpaste and brushing, and if it reduces dental plaque. One group used …

This study looked at how a 12-week strength and power training program affects movement patterns, leg strength, and dance performance in 30 healthy college sports dancers. Participants were split into two groups: one did strength training three times a week, and the other did not…

This study looked at whether a 20-minute session in an automated massage chair can help the body relax and recover in healthy young women aged 19-26. Researchers compared female university athletes to non-athletes to see if physical activity level changes the effect. Participants…

This study looked at whether practicing tennis in virtual reality (VR) helps college players feel more confident, focused, and engaged. 180 Chinese university tennis players were split into two groups: one did VR training twice a week for 8 weeks, and the other did regular coachi…