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Plant species used as food wrappers by the Tidung community in Sebatik Island, Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia Fadzilah Awang-Kanak, Rosdiana Yandre, Jurry Foo Iop Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science, 2026 This study presents the traditional use of plant leaves as food wrappers among the Tidung community in Sebatik Island, Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia. The objectives of this study are to record the use of plant species in traditional medicine among the Tidung people in Sebatik Island, and to identify the types of plant species utilized for food packaging by them. The research used a qualitative approach, by conducting semi-structured interviews with Tidung informants to gather local knowledge of traditional practices. Field observations were also conducted to identify the sources of these plants, particularly those growing near their homes. This study found that the Tidung community in Sebatik Island, Tawau, utilizes various plant leaves as natural food wrappers, preserving traditional knowledge and promoting sustainable packaging. This study explores the different plant species leaves used, including bolombong ( Scaphium spp .), keladi ( Colocasia esculenta ), bamboo ( Bambusa spp .), coconut ( Cocos nucifera ), and banana ( Musa spp .). These leaves serve multiple functions, such as enhancing food preservation, imparting unique Flavours, and reducing environmental waste. The preference for natural wrappers reflects the community’s deep connection with nature and resourcefulness in utilizing local biodiversity. Understanding this traditional knowledge provides valuable insights into indigenous food culture and supports sustainable packaging alternatives in modern food industries.
MOBILITY ISSUES AMONG THE ELDERLY IN KOTA KINABALU, SABAH: AN INITIAL STUDY Universiti Malaysia Sabah, HARIFAH MOHD NOOR, Adilah Md Ramli, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Jurry Foo, et al. Journal of Sustainability Science and Management, 2024 Ageing has become an issue of concern in developing countries such as Malaysia. Senior citizens are still able to contribute to employment, albeit with mobility demands. The purpose of this study is to explore mobility issues among the elderly. This study used a mixed-method approach. Purposive sampling survey forms were delivered to 644 people aged 60 years and above. The study interviewed three informants to support the research’s findings. Data analysis used descriptive and inferential approaches such as percentages, mean scores and cross-tabulation. The results revealed that health had become a major mobility issue. Their limited access to public transport and unfamiliarity with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has limited their choices of transportation such as e-hailing services. Most have strong support from their families or children to reach their destinations. However, not all elderly have access to a private car and do not live with children or other family members. The challenge is to improve public transit and enhance ICT usage to meet the mobility needs of the elderly. The findings can be utilised to generate ideas for local authorities and various agencies to develop policies and strategies to satisfy the mobility needs of the elderly.
The roles of carbonaceous wastes for catalysis, energy, and environmental remediation Chi Huey Ng, Mohd Aizzan Mistoh, Siow Hwa Teo, Andrea Galassi, Yun Hin Taufiq-Yap, Nancy Julius Siambun, Jurry Foo, Coswald Stephen Sipaut, Jeffrey Seay, Jidon Janaun Catalysis Communications, 2024 This article reviews recent studies about various generations of the carbon materials for their applications in energy and environmental remediation. The synthesis routes of the carbon materials including the condition parameters, interaction of precursors, dopants and carbon materials, as well as their physical/chemical properties are explicated first. Then, the application and mechanism of metal-free/metal-doped/non-metal-doped carbon materials are discussed in detail. Lastly, this review is ended with a summary and invigorating perspectives on the challenges and future directions at the forefront of the catalysis platform to take a step further for real application.
Leveraging Ecological Culture for Business Innovation in Rural Landscape Conservation and Economic Growth International Journal of Instructional Cases, 2024
Analysis of Urban Land Use Changes in Xingtai City from the Year 2000 to 2020 for Urban Development Planning Xu Lu, Wei Xingtao, JURRY FOO ASM Science Journal, 2024 Land use changes as a result of urban development are inevitable. This study is based on three aspects: spatial and temporal land use changes, spatial distribution characteristics, and the state of land resource development today. In this study, the land use status of Xingtai City over the previous 20 years is systematically examined using the global and local Moran's I value, information entropy for land use structures, and land use extent models. The results indicate that, firstly, the built-up land in Xingtai City has rapidly increased while farmland land has continued to decline, with a decrease of 9.93% in farmland and an increase of 84.16% in built-up land. Secondly, the utilisation rate of land resources in Xingtai City has increased annually, as has the l information entropy for land use structures, the extent of land use, and the comprehensive land use dynamic extent index. Qiaoxi District and Qiaodong District have the most significant upward trend. And thirdly, the land use types in the study area exhibit spatial aggregation characteristics, and single land use type cold and hot spots demonstrate spatial clustering.
Quality of Nutmeg ( Myristica Fragrans Houtt) South Aceh Based on Geographical Conditions M Yasar, J Foo, Devianti, S Ismeini Iop Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science, 2024 The results of this study found that the quality of nutmeg in South Aceh, namely climate type A with a very wet category, such as Alluvial, Brown Podzolic, Regusol, Grumosol, Organosol, Renzina, Litosol, Rock Outcrops, Podzolic, Rocks, Latosol and Red Yellow Podzolic. The chemical content of the soil, namely pH, N, P, K, C and CEC after analysis meets the criteria in determining quality nutmeg and soil texture that supports producing quality nutmeg oil processing, the dominant temperature is 26°C with dominant land slope <8% indicating South Aceh nutmeg plantations including a flat surface and the highest elevation is occupied by Meukek District with a height of 51 meters above sea level while the lowest is located in West Labuhan Haji District with an altitude of (-9) meters above sea level. The chemical content of nutmeg contains Myristicin with the highest levels being in North Kluet District, namely 41.08%, the lowest is in Tapak Tuan District, namely 16.66%, the highest chemical content of α-pinene is in Labuhan Haji Barat District, namely 7.85%. the lowest was in Tapak Tuan, namely 0.62%, the highest β-pinene was in Pasie Raja District, namely 14.24%, the lowest was in Meukek District, namely 0.56%.
Modification of Vertical Type of Patchiculate Waste Collection Machine M Yasar, K Irmayanti, R Bulan, J Foo Iop Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science, 2024 This research aims to modify a vertical type patchouli waste chopping machine based on a structural and functional approach to the machine. The technical analysis used in this study was to the effective capacity of the machine, and the percentage of patchouli waste chopped. The results showed that the working capacity of the machine was greatest with a pulley size of 2.5 inches, the effectiveness of the engine performance was 2 kg/hour with a final weight of 0.5 kg, the time required was 0.25 hours. The rotational speed of the 2.5-inch pulley has an initial speed of 2,200 rpm and a final speed of 1,442 rpm, a 3-inch pulley has an initial speed of 2,200 rpm and a final speed of 1,171 rpm, and a 4-inch pulley has an initial speed of 2,200 rpm and a final speed of 856 rpm. The largest number of accommodated chopped results is in the 2.5-inch pulley size with an average yield percentage of 92%. The least percentage of stuck pieces is found in the 4-inch pulley with an average yield percentage of 17.8%. The smallest percentage of loss of pieces is found in the 2.5-inch pulley with a yield percentage of 0.4%.
Spatial and temporal dynamic assessment of urban landscape ecological risk based on GIS and RS technology: the case of Xingtai City Xu Lu, Wei Xingtao, JURRY FOO Proceedings of SPIE the International Society for Optical Engineering, 2023 This study assessed the ecological risk of urban landscape patterns, extracted and analyzed the remote sensing image information of the study area using RS technology, and determined the characteristics of the area's dynamic land use change. Then, using spatial analysis, overlay analysis, and spatial statistics in GIS, the landscape ecology statistics of the study area were conducted based on the annual land use changes in Xingtai City over the previous 20 years. The research shows that: (1) Land use change in Xingtai City from 2000 to 2020 indicates that farmland is the primary land source for urban expansion and development in the process of urbanization; (2) The degree of landscape fragmentation in the surrounding areas of cities and towns in the study area has decreased, and the degree of ecological risk in these areas has also been significantly reduced, reflecting that reasonable land planning can reduce the degree of ecological risk; (3) By analyzing the spatial distribution characteristics of landscape ecological risk, this paper identifies the crisscross zone of diverse ecological function areas as the region with the highest ecological risk.
Plastic waste and microplastic issues in Southeast Asia Chi Huey Ng, Mohd Aizzan Mistoh, Siow Hwa Teo, Andrea Galassi, Azreen Ibrahim, Coswald Stephen Sipaut, Jurry Foo, Jeffrey Seay, Yun Hin Taufiq‐Yap, Jidon Janaun Frontiers in Environmental Science, 2023 Plastic pollution on land and in oceans is currently a pressing environmental issue. The accumulation of waste has caused severe, irreversible impacts and consequences on marine life, ecosystems, and the environment due to the lack of good waste collection, treatment, and management systems. Limited resources and infrastructure constantly challenge waste management in Southeast Asia. Therefore, we will examine the current plastic situation and issues in Southeast Asia and gain an understanding of the issues of the existing waste management systems in those countries. Then, we will examine the current practices applied in tackling plastic pollution and review the collective commitment and actions of governments, private sectors, social organizations, stakeholders, and consumers, as the key players in ending plastic pollution.
Upcycling of Plastic Waste Mohd Aizzan Mistoh, Andrea Galassi, Taufiq Yap Yun Hin, Nancy Julius Siambun, Jurry Foo, Coswald Stephen Sipaut, Jeffrey Seay, Jidon Janaun Waste Management Processing and Valorisation, 2021
RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Plant species used as food wrappers by the Tidung community in Sebatik Island, Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia F Awang-Kanak, R Yandre, J Foo IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 1592 (1), 012029 , 2026 2026
Appropriate Technology: Concept Evolution and Development Direction M Yasar, J Foo, NDM Idris JATAED: Journal of Appropriate Technology for Agriculture, Environment, and … , 2025 2025
Modul Literasi Air: Manusia dan Air. F Jurry FSSK , 2025 2025
Physical characteristics of nipah fruit flour (Nypa fruticans Wurmb) using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) R Agustina, D Dinaroe, M Yasar, K Anwar, Sarni, J Foo IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 1477 (1), 012059 , 2025 2025
Pengaruh Motivasi Hedonik, Nilai Harga Dan Tabiat Menggunakan E-Pembelajaran Terhadap Kepuasan Kerja Kakitangan Akademik di Institusi Pengajian Tinggi Awam (IPTA) di Sabah. SKM Yussof, N Sudirman, M Ahmad, J Md Shah, J Foo, R Daud e-BANGI Journal 22 (1), 583 , 2025 2025
Organisation’s Support Influences the Acceptance and Use of E-Learning among Academic Staff of Higher Learning Institution in Sabah KYSKM Yussof, NS Sudirman, M Ahmad, JM Shah, J Foo, R Daud Journal of Contemporary Issues and Thought 15 (1/2), 16-25 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
KEBERGANTUNGAN MASYARAKAT IBAN NANGA NALAU TERHADAP SUMBER HUTAN DI KANOWIT, SARAWAK. C Martin, J Foo Journal of Borneo Social Transformation Studies 10 (1), 36-47 , 2024 2024
Notes on Zingiberaceae Species Used as Food Condiments in Wallace Bay, Tawau, Sabah R Yandre, J Foo, F Awang-Kanak Empowering Ideas for a Better Tomorrow 2024, 8 , 2024 2024
Mobility issues among the elderly in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah: An initial study HM Noor, AM Ramli, J Foo, MA Ladin, M Marzuki, CA Jing Journal of Sustainability Science and Management 19 (5), 174-188 , 2024 2024 Citations: 5
Quality of Nutmeg ( Myristica Fragrans Houtt) South Aceh Based on Geographical Conditions M Yasar, J Foo, Devianti, S Ismeini IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 1297 (1), 012021 , 2024 2024 Citations: 1
The roles of carbonaceous wastes for catalysis, energy, and environmental remediation CH Ng, MA Mistoh, SH Teo, A Galassi, YH Taufiq-Yap, NJ Siambun, J Foo, ... Catalysis Communications 187, 106845 , 2024 2024 Citations: 14
Modification of Vertical Type of Patchiculate Waste Collection Machine M Yasar, K Irmayanti, R Bulan, J Foo IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 1290 (1), 012004 , 2024 2024
THREATS OF BIOCORROSION MOSS AND RIVER EROSION ON MEGALITHIC SITES IN LONG PASIA, BORNEO: A CASE STUDY OF PETROGLYPH NARID UPAI SEMARING A Jafar, LR Jamru, Z Baco, J Foo, BBB Bee, OV Eboy, U Imang, ... Jurnal Kinabalu 29, 265-277 , 2023 2023
Penilaian Proses Program Ko-Kurikulum Berkredit Universiti Malaysia Sabah CGK Han, MA Amatan, J Foo, CC Ompok Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (MJSSH) 8 (6), e002391 … , 2023 2023
Persepsi Pelajar Terhadap Tahap Kesesuaian dan Tahap Kemahiran Insaniah Kursus-Kursus Program Ko-Kurikulum Berkredit Universiti Malaysia Sabah CGK Han, MA Amatan, C Atang, J Foo Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (MJSSH) 8 (5), e002294 … , 2023 2023
Analysis of Spatio-temporal Variation of Fractional Vegetation Coverage and Influence Factors in Qinghai, China X Lu, J Foo, WX Tao Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (MJSSH) 8 (4), e002268 … , 2023 2023
Local Knowledge as the Basis of Innovation in Managing Agricultural Products J Foo, M Yasar, MA Hamid, DDBM Hamdan, HM Noor, JM Shah, ... BASKARA: Journal of Business and Entrepreneurship 5 (2), 232-244 , 2023 2023
Plastic waste and microplastic issues in Southeast Asia CH Ng, MA Mistoh, SH Teo, A Galassi, A Ibrahim, CS Sipaut, J Foo, ... Frontiers in Environmental Science 11, 1142071 , 2023 2023 Citations: 158
Plastic waste and microplastic issues in Southeast Asia. Front CH Ng, MA Mistoh, SH Teo, A Galassi, A Ibrahim, CS Sipaut, J Foo, ... Environ. Sci 11 (1142071), 10.3389 , 2023 2023 Citations: 33
Thermal pyrolysis as a potential method for the management of plastic waste in developing countries S Wong, A Galassi, TYY Hin, A Ibrahim, J Foo, CS Sipaut, J Janaun Transactions on Science and Technology 10 (1), 28-47 , 2023 2023
MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Plastic waste and microplastic issues in Southeast Asia CH Ng, MA Mistoh, SH Teo, A Galassi, A Ibrahim, CS Sipaut, J Foo, ... Frontiers in Environmental Science 11, 1142071 , 2023 2023.0 Citations: 158
Determinants of customer satisfaction of service quality: City bus service in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia HM Noor, N Nasrudin, J Foo Procedia-Social and Behavioral Sciences 153, 595-605 , 2014 2014.0 Citations: 153
Plastic waste and microplastic issues in Southeast Asia. Front CH Ng, MA Mistoh, SH Teo, A Galassi, A Ibrahim, CS Sipaut, J Foo, ... Environ. Sci 11 (1142071), 10.3389 , 2023 2023.0 Citations: 33
Sistem tagal dalam industri pelancongan: Manfaat kepada komuniti J Foo, Jurry Geografia Malaysia Journal of Society and Space 7 (1), 14-25 , 2011 2011.0 Citations: 20
Penglibatan Komuniti Tempatan dalam Pasaran Tumbuhan Ubatan di Tamu Pantai Barat Sabah (Involvement of Local Community in the Sale of Medicinal Plants at Tamu Markets of West … J Foo, Jurry Akademika 88 (1) , 2018 2018.0 Citations: 16
The roles of carbonaceous wastes for catalysis, energy, and environmental remediation CH Ng, MA Mistoh, SH Teo, A Galassi, YH Taufiq-Yap, NJ Siambun, J Foo, ... Catalysis Communications 187, 106845 , 2024 2024.0 Citations: 14
Plastic waste and microplastic issues in Southeast Asia. Front Environ Sci 11: 1142071 CH Ng, MA Mistoh, SH Teo, A Galassi, A Ibrahim, CS Sipaut, J Foo, ... 2023.0 Citations: 10
Ethnobotanical Survey of Medicinal Plants Traded at Tamu in Sabah Urban Area J Foo, Jurry International Journal of the Malay World and Civilisation (Iman) 4 (1), 79 - 87 , 2016 2016.0 Citations: 10
Utilitarian tumbuhan ubatan di Tamu Pantai Barat Sabah J Foo, MOAAA Abdul Latiff Mohamad Geografia (Malaysian Journal of Society and Space) 12 (12), 99-112 , 2016 2016.0 Citations: 9
Online shopping trend and trust during COVID-19 Movement Control Order K Isa, J Foo, ST Palpanadan, F Isa Solid State Technology 63 (1s), 1796-1803 , 2020 2020.0 Citations: 7
Struktural Ekosistem dan Tadbir Urus Mahkamah Anak Negeri di Sabah R Hussin, J Johnes, J Mapjabil, J Stephen, J Foo Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (MJSSH) 6 (8), 281-292 , 2021 2021.0 Citations: 6
Women’s perception on medicinal plants in traditional Tamu, West Coast, Sabah, Malaysia J FOO, A LATIFF, M OMAR, AA AMIR, Jurry The Malayan Nature Journal 68 (3), 95-104 , 2016 2016.0 Citations: 6
Community Participation in Governance for Sustainable Management of Medicinal Plants Market in Urban Area J Foo, Jurry International Journal of the Malay World and Civilisation (Iman) 4 (1), 73-77 , 2016 2016.0 Citations: 6
Mobility issues among the elderly in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah: An initial study HM Noor, AM Ramli, J Foo, MA Ladin, M Marzuki, CA Jing Journal of Sustainability Science and Management 19 (5), 174-188 , 2024 2024.0 Citations: 5
Dokumentasi tumbuhan ubatan mengikut kearifan tempatan wanita Bugis di Pulau Sebatik, Sabah, Malaysia S Laudeh, J Foo Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (MJSSH) 6 (12), 60-66 , 2021 2021.0 Citations: 5
The North Borneo Iranun’s community’s ethnomedicine knowledge on marsh clam (Geloina expansa) DDM Hamdan, JM Shah, F Gumpulan, J Foo, KA Lukman Asian J Ethnobiol 3 , 2020 2020.0 Citations: 5
Public Transport Service Attributes: Travelers' perception in Malaysia HM Noor, N Nasrudin, J Foo Journal of ASIAN Behavioural Studies 3 (10), 124-131 , 2018 2018.0 Citations: 5
Respons masyarakat tempatan terhadap pelaksanaan sistem Tagal J Foo 2012.0 Citations: 5
SUMBER SEMULA JADI DAN KEPENTINGANNYA TERHADAP SOSIOEKONOMI KOMUNITI PESISIR PANTAI TIMUR SABAH M Suadik, FM Cooke, R Dambul, J Foo Jurnal Kinabalu , 2015 2015.0 Citations: 4
Ubong Imang dan Rima Abdul Rahman.(2020). Resilien keusahawanan makanan tradisi sebagai produk pelancongan dalam tempoh perintah kawalan pergerakan (PKP) sepanjang pandemik di … HM Noor, J Mapjabil, AM Ramli, J Foo Jurnal of Islamic, Social, Economic and Development (JISID) 5, 50-62 , 0 Citations: 4
