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1. Walking football for children - addressing obesity and overweight among children |
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2. Assessment of Post-acute COVID Syndrome (PACS) among healthcare workers involved in telemonitoring using the CoSMoS app. |
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3. Lived experience of people with spinal cord injury |
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4. A Toddler Nutrition Project - A community outreach program |
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5. Validation of the Newcastle Asthma Knowledge Questionnaire |
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6. Perioperative myocardial injury in hip fracture patients: A comparison between accelerated surgery and standard care |
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7. Enhancing Engagement and Relationship-Centered Care of Persons Living with Dementia (PLWDs): A Mixed-Method Approach |
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8. Clinicopathological characteristics and treatment outcomes of melanoma in a Malaysian tertiary hospital |
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9. Living Well With Advanced Breast Cancer |
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10. Living Well with Colorectal cancer |
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11. Development of a referral intervention between rheumatologists and periodontists in improving the rheumatology and oral health of patients with rheumatoid arthritis, and to assess its feasibility in clinical practice |
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12. BMAT and students’ performance in the early years of medical education: Do the scores correlate well? |
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13. Sarcopenia and wasting disorder among older people |
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14. Normal hand grip strength among Malaysians |
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15. Patient Perspective and Ethical Consideration of Genetic Testing in Parkinson’s Disease. |
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16. Prostate Cancer Training (PCaT) |
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17. Health literacy levels of healthcare workers and its association with the use of screening services. |
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18. Epidemiology of Mycobacterial Infections at the University of Malaya Medical Centre |
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19. Rebung 2.0 |
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20. Complementary and Alternative Medicine - Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Among Surgical Patients |
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21. Mind your mind: mindfulness to cope with life drmand |
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22. Vestibular quantification of children with motionsickness |
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23. Association between chronic kidney disease and breast cancer survival: A single institution retrospective study. |
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24. Efficacy Of Micronised Purified Flavonoid Fraction (Mpff (Daflon®); 1000mg) In Reducing Lymphoedema In Breast Cancer Related Lymphoedema Patients Post Axillary Surgery: A Double- Blind Randomised Controlled Trial In A Single Institution. |
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25. Development And Evaluation of a Cancer Early Diagnosis Training Module In Malaysia |
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26. Clinical epidemiology of dengue during the COVID-19 pandemic |
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27. Designing effective health education materials for smoking cessation |
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28. Effects of chronotypes on cognition, psychomotor vigilance and emotional wellbeing during housemanship in teaching hospitals in Malaysia |
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29. MARS (Malaysian Autism Research Study): Contributary factors to emotional dysregulation, challenging and repetitive behaviours in children with ASD, and anxiety in their siblings. 30. Sleep Disturbances of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Multi-Asian Country: A Cross International Study 31. Robotic assisted rehabilitation for stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI) in adult population: an efficacy study 32. Outcomes of frail older patients on Non-Vitamin K antoagonist anticoagulants (NOACS) 33. A systematic review on instruments measuring elder abuse in community and institutional settings 34. Extended immunological and virological surveillance following SARS CoV-2 booster vaccines in individuals with persistent immune deficiencies in Malaysia 35. Development and feasibility study of Malaysian version of WHO iSupport for Dementia – an adaptive, web-based educational program for nurses, trainers, carers and public 36. A Prospective Study to Validate an Artificial Intelligence-defined Lung Nodule Malignancy Score in Patients With Pulmonary Nodule 37. Discovering fluid biomarkers for Asian LRRK2 patients with Parkinson's disease 38. The APLAR Spondyloarthritis Cohort study 39. Malaysian Breast Cancer Survivorship Cohort Study |
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Overweight and obesity in children is a growing concern, with multiple chronic health complications. WFC is easily implemented in all schools; it is fun, cheap and sustainable sport programme which gears towards healthy lifestyle to combat the global epidemic issue of overweight and obesity.
Nur Amani Ahmad Tajuddin & Haireen Abdul Hadi
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
6-9 months
No
Nur Amani Ahmad Tajuddin (amaninatasha@um.edu.my / 0122943160)
Haireen Hadi (haireen@ummc.edu.my)
During the COVID-19 pandemic, telemonitoring systems were deployed in several countries to monitor patients with COVID-19 infection. The COVID-19 Symptom Monitoring System (CoSMoS) was developed to provide remote home monitoring for patients with COVID-19 infection in the University Malaya Medical Center (UMMC). CoSMoS consists of an automated Telegram bot for patients and a dashboard monitoring as well as teleconsultation service by doctors. Most of the HCW in the UMMC with category 1 and 2 Covid-19 infections were managed using CoSMoS.
There has been limited study looking at PACS among healthcare workers who were infected and managed via telemonitoring. Therefore, we will conduct a prospective cohort study to explore the longitudinal effects of COVID-19 infection and evaluate the outcome of HCWs managed by CoSMoS. Findings of this study will provide inputs for policymakers and administrators on how to effectively support the healthcare workers during and after a pandemic.
Assoc Prof Dr Adina Abdullah & Dr Lim Hooi Min
None
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
Flexible
No
A/P Dr Adina Abdullah (adina@ummc.edu.my / 0102264396)
Lee Kah Hang (lkhang97@gmail.com)
The study was conducted in 2019 to investigate the lived experience of people with spinal cord injury. A total of 298 participants with spinal cord injury participated in the survey. We still have a lot of data that are not analysed yet. We would like to analyse rest of the data and submit for publications.
Julia Patrick Engkasan & Nazirah Hasnan
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
1-3 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration
Julia Patrick Engkasan (julia@ummc.edu.my / 0196631892)
Nazirah Hasnan (nazirah@ummc.edu.my / 0123286844)
The foundations for a lifetime of health and wellbeing are built in early childhood,
based on proper nutrition, responsive caregiving, safety and security and early
learning. The objectives are:
1. To reduce household food insecurity among B40 subjects living in PPR Lembah Subang
2. To improve growth of children
3. To improve dietary diversity practices of children and pregnant mothers
4. To improve nutrition education to enable better lifelong dietary habits, i.e., a reduction in consumption of sugar-sweetened foods and beverages
5. To improve iron status of children
Study design: A prospective longitudinal study enroling pregnant women and children < 3years of age. The interventions: Dietary counselling, nutrition education and provision of fresh foods.
This project has been going on for 1 year with a second year to completion. Candidates are expected to attend the child health clinic in PPUM to learn the skills of dietary assessment, nutrition education and data collection.
Lucy Lum Chai See
Yayasan Hasanah
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s)
6-9 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration
Lucy Lum Chai See (lumcs@ummc.edu.my / 0133907898)
Asthma education has been found to improve asthma knowledge and confidence in managing asthma symptoms and emergencies. However, there is no validated questionnaire in Malaysia to measure the knowledge of participants receiving asthma education. The Newcastle Asthma Knowledge Questionnaire (NAKQ) is used in many countries to measure the knowledge of asthma among patients and general population. It has been validated in the United Kingdom and Spain. We have obtained permission from the author to validate and translate the questionnaire. We aim to validate the NAKQ in Malaysia and translate the questionnaire to common languages used in Malaysia e.g. Malay and Mandarin. The translated and validated questionnaire will be used to measure the effectiveness of asthma education in future studies.
Siti Nurkamilla Ramdzan & A/P Dr Pauline Lai
No, but we in the process of obtaining fund from the International Primary Care Research Group
Yes
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
9-12 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration
Siti Nurkamilla Ramdzan (sitinurkamilla@um.edu.my / 60122522006)
A/P Dr Pauline Lai (plai@ummc.edu.my / 019-2157079)
This study is an international randomised controlled trial HIPATTACK2, which aims to assess the impact of accelerated medical clearance and surgery (i.e., goal of surgery within 6 hours of hip fracture diagnosis) versus standard care (surgery timing based on local practices) in hip fracture patients who have elevated troponin level upon admission and time of diagnosis.The outcome measures include all-cause mortality, major complications and quality of life at 90 days after recruitment. The findings of the study may change the paradigm to postpone surgery in patients with hip fracture and elevated troponin levels, which could be an indicator of ongoing pre-surgical acute myocardial injury.
Khor Hui Min
UMSC Care Grant
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s)
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Khor Hui Min (hmkhor@ummc.edu.my / 0122945878)
This project's objective is to improve the quality of life (QoL) of persons living with dementia through the development of a comprehensive dementia care toolkit to enhance their relationship with healthcare providers and caregivers. Phase 1(toolkit development) of the study will document evidence on communication between healthcare providers, persons living with dementia, and caregivers, from education and awareness strategies to recommended targeted therapies and activities. Phase 2 involves piloting the toolkit as a blueprint to communicate the needs and priorities of persons living with dementia and their impact on sustainable care within the clinical setting and community.
Khor Hui Min & Prof Shahrul Kamaruzzaman
IIRG Research grant
Yes
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
Flexible
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Khor Hui Min (hmkhor@ummc.edu.my / 0122945878)
Prof Shahrul Kamaruzzaman (shahrulbahyah@ummc.edu.my)
This is a retrospective study involving all adult patients with cutaneous melanoma in the University of Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) between 2009-2022. We plan to determine survival rates for adult patients with cutaneous melanoma and identify disease characteristics and prognostic factors. [RA may also be requested to assist with small tasks related to other projects as well]
Assoc Prof Kwan Zhenli
CIC
No
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
6-9 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Assoc Prof Kwan Zhenli (hmkhor@ummc.edu.my / 0122945878)
The study findings will provide an overview of the level of happiness and unmet needs of women living with breast cancer in the country. Due to the prospective study design, we will also be able to determine the changes in happiness and unmet needs of breast cancer survivors over time. Understanding the association between happiness and unmet needs with survival and the associated confounders will be useful to design cancer survivorship care services that caters to the unmet needs of women living with breast cancer in the country to improve their quality of life and also survival.
Associate Professor Nirmala Bhoopathy
Novartis-CLEE011AMY01R
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s)
Flexible
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Stella Yek Ching Kong (stella_kyc@hotmail.com / 0138308595)
Nishalini Muniandy (nishaliniandy24@gmail.com / 0149370043)
This study is conducted to know the hardship, needs and quality of life of the colorectal cancer patients. The colorectal cancer patients may have more needs when compared to the other cancer due to the usage of the stoma bag. Hence their financial status may also be affected from the whole cancer treatment. This study id focused on assessing the well being of the colorectal cancer patients.
Associate Professor Nirmala Bhoopathy
None
Yes
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
Flexible
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Stella Yek Ching Kong (stella_kyc@hotmail.com / 0138308595)
Nishalini Muniandy (nishaliniandy24@gmail.com / 0149370043)
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease characterized by chronic inflammation leading to synovial joint inflammation and destruction of cartilage and bone. Periodontitis (PD) is a chronic inflammatory disease which results in irreversible attachment loss, bone destruction and, if left untreated, tooth loss (Fuggle, Smith, Kaul, & Sofat, 2016). Both diseases share numerous characteristics and pathogenic similarities to justify the hypothesis of a plausible link between them (Fuggle et al., 2016). Despite this, collaborations between rheumatologists and dentists are minimal. Hence, this study aims to develop an intervention to improve communication between rheumatologist and dentist/periodontists in improving the rheumatology and oral health of patients with RA and to assess its feasibility in clinical practice. Based on the UK MRC framework, this study will consist of 3 phases: 1) Assessing knowledge, awareness, and practice of rheumatologists and periodontists regarding relationships between RA and PD; 2) Development of a referral intervention to improve communication between rheumatologists and periodontists; 3) Assessing the feasibility of a referral intervention in clinical practice.
Pauline Lai
Pending IIRG
Yes
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
9-12 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration
Pauline Lai (plai@ummc.edu.my / 0192157079)
Internationally, various admissions tests are used to predict medical students’ performances. The typical admissions process to medical schools around the world is based on applicant’s pre-university grade point average. Additionally, an admission test is employed to assess students’ problem-solving skills, writing skills and reasoning abilities. Predictive validity aims to establish a relationship between scores from an assessment and a measure of future performance. In this study, the researchers intend to predict the applicants’ cognitive ability and their performance in the pre-clinical years of medical school. The relationship between BMAT scores and students’ written academic performance will be investigated in order to predict students’ performance in the early years of their medical education. Findings of the study would show whether BMAT is a valid selection tool in the University of Malaya admissions processes.
Associate Professor Dr. Foong Chan Choong & Dr. Hong Wei-Han
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
3-6 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration
Associate Professor Dr. Foong Chan Choong (foongchanchoong@um.edu.my)
Dr. Hong Wei-Han (weihan@um.edu.my)
Sarcopenia (a muscle wasting disorder) is common in older people. Many wasting disorders co-exist - malnutrition, cachexia and anorexia. This study aims to report on the prevalence and overlap of these co-existing disorders. Participants will have data collected on their demographics, healthcare details, muscle parameters, and predetermined study outcomes. The appointed RA will support recruitment, data collection, analysis and write up. This is an opportunity to develop research skills and experience. As this is a cross-sectionaly study involving recruiting participants in hospital, there is an expectation for the RA to be on-site.
Terence Ong
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s)
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration
Terence Ong (terence.ong@ummc.edu.my)
Hand grip strength is used as a screening tool, a surrogate marker for muscle function, and is also one of the key diagnostic criteria for sarcopenia (a muscle wasting disorder). There have been a several studies looking at hand grip strength among Malaysians. However, there reflect different cohorts, different gender, age group and background. A synthesis of all the current studies reporting hand grip strength can be performed which would then report thousands of hand grip strength among Malaysians. Similar to this study (https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0113637). This study provides the RA with experience in searching literature and synthesise (bringing together) all the current findings on Malaysian grip strength.
Terence Ong
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
3-6 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
Terence Ong (terence.ong@ummc.edu.my)
This study aims to evaluate knowledge and perspectives from different stakeholders (patients, caregivers and healthcare providers), examine the ethical considerations regarding genetic testing in Parkinson's disease and educate patients with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and their caregivers about genetic testing. As a qualitative research design, this study will use in-depth interview (IDIs) to collect data. The research participants include Parkinson's patients, their family members, and healthcare experts. It is a significant study with translational value. The findings will help in bridging the gap and identify what is needed to design or developing patient educational strategies. The goal is to inform patients about genetic testing and preparing them further regarding the genetic aspects of PD and how patients and family are able to make informed decisions, be that treatment related or regarding life/career choices for not only patients but also for the caregivers, without any influence by any misconceptions.
Nishakanthi Gopalan
UMSC C.A.R.E Fund
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s)
9-12 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration
Nishakanthi Gopalan (nisha.gopalan@um.edu.my / 0122771029)
This project aims to develop, evaluate and disseminate online modules to educate doctors and patients in prostate cancer screening and treatment choices. Candidates with IT and design skills are preferred as the development stage will involve designing animations, graphics and interactive programmes.
Dr Teo Chin Hai & Prof Dr Ong Teng Aik
RGMS ID: UMG001C-2021
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
9-12 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration
Dr Teo Chin Hai (teoch@um.edu.my / 0179192669)
According to the WHO, more than 30% of cancer deaths are preventable. In Malaysia, there were 48,639 new cancer cases diagnosed in 2021 and the incidence is expected to double by 2040. Most common cancers in Malaysia are breast cancer, followed by colorectal cancer, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, and liver cancer. Screening for these cancers is widely available.
Healthcare workers (HCWs) are not exempted from being diagnosed with cancer, although the number of HCWs who regularly get screened for cancers is far from satisfactory. Health literacy plays an important role in influencing HCWs’ decision to undergo cancer screening. Health literacy is defined as the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, communicate, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions. This crossectional study aims to understand the role that health literacy may play in the uptake of cancer screening among HCWs.
Assoc Prof Dr Adina Abdullah & Dr Siti Nurkamilla Ramdzan
None
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
9-12 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
A/P Dr Adina Abdullah (adina@ummc.edu.my / 0102264396)
Lee Kah Hang (lkhang97@gmail.com)
There is limited published data regarding the clinical and microbiological characteristics of patients with mycobacterial infections in Malaysia. The findings from this study will provide valuable insights into and a better understanding of the epidemiology of mycobacterial infections amongst Malaysian patients.
The specific objectives of this study are:
1. To determine the demographic and clinical characteristics of patients with mycobacterial infections
2. To determine the patterns and trends in anti-mycobacterial drug resistance.
3. To evaluate and compare the performance of different testing methods for the diagnosis of mycobacterial infections.
A retrospective observational study will be conducted on all patients who were diagnosed with microbiologically-confirmed mycobacterial infection at University of Malaya Medical Centre between 1 January 2015 – 31 December 2022. Patients will be identified from the microbiology laboratory database. The medical records of the patients will be reviewed, and the relevant data will be collected using a standardised data collection form.
Associate Professor Dr Nadia Atiya
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Nadia Atiya (nadia.atiya@ummc.edu.my / 0172739695)
Cancer is the fourth leading cause of death and a significant health burden to low-income groups in Malaysia. The Rebung 1.0 project at Taman Medan, Petaling Jaya, showed that men assumed cancers are commoner in women and hence did not participate in health screening programmes done in their community. A strategic communication campaign, knowledge sharing in cancers and expedite referral pathway of the community by utilizing existing subsidized screening and diagnostic tests, piloted in Rebung 1.0 project, will be replicated in Kg Chempaka, Petaling Jaya community. More focus will be given to men in addressing literacy gaps in symptoms recognition and navigation literacy in cancer. The REBUNG youtube videos, developed in Rebung 1.0, will be used to train new community navigators (Ra.Kan Ku). Trained community leaders from Rebung 1.0 project will be invited to train new community leaders in Kg. Chempaka, with the REBUNG team.
A/P Dr. Haireen Abdul Hadi & Dr. Beh Hooi Chin
UMCares
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
9-12 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
Haireen Abdul Hadi (haireen@ummc.edu.my / 0167707780)
Beh Hooi Chin (hcbeh@ummc.edu.my / 0379492802)
Questionairre type (Survey)
Mee-Hoong See & Lai Lee Lee
Pending
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
3-6 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
Mee-Hoong See (meehoong@ummc.edu.my / 0123847334)
An intervention study to examine the effectiveness of mindfulness-based stress reduction in reducing stress, anxiety and burnout among university students.
Prof Dr Sajaratulnisah Othman
Pending
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
9-12 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
Prof Dr Sajar Othman (sajaratul@ummc.edu.my / 0172189004)
Motionsickness is a relative common condition among children. Motionsickness occurs following vestibular-visual conflict. It has been postulated that congenital otolith dysfunction may be the main causative factor of motionsickness in children. Hence, vestibular quantification may aid in diagnosing and management of this entity.
Dr Jeyasakthy Saniasiaya
None
Yes
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
1-3 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Dr Jeyasakthy Saniasiaya (jeyasakthy@um.edu.my / 012-6841223)
Chronic kidney disease (CKD Stages 3-5) may increase the risk of mortality in women with invasive breast cancer. Additionally, the existence of CKD may affect breast cancer treatment. However, there are limited studies to look at the relationship in between chronic kidney disease and breast cancer. Hence, the objective of this study are; 1) to examine the survival rates of breast cancer patients with and without chronic kidney disease (CKD) and 2) to evaluate the factors associated with mortality among breast cancer patients with chronic kidney disease.
Dr. Suniza Binti Jamaris & A/P Dr. Maisarah Binti Jalalonmuhali
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
Flexible
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration
Dr Suniza binti Jamaris (sunizajamaris@ummc.edu.my / 0192335803)
Ipsilateral upper limb lymphoedema following axillary surgery in the breast cancer patients has known to be as one of the morbidities. The incidence of upper limb lymphoedema has been reported as high as 28.2%. Many modalities have been introduced to reduce the risk of lymphoedema and if any, to reduce the progression and severity of it. The objectives of this study are: 1) to evaluate the efficacy (change in mean volume [primary criterion] and change in percentage of excess volume [secondary criterion]) of MPFF (Daflon®) 1000mg daily (2 tablets of 500mg once daily) in the treatment of lymphoedema post axillary surgery amongst breast cancer (breast-cancer related lymphoedema) patients, 2) to determine and compare the Quick DASH Score in breast cancer related lymphoedema patients who underwent axillary surgery and 3) to determine and compare the quality of life (QoL) in breast cancer related lymphoedema patients who underwent axillary surgery – using EORTC QLQ-BR23 questionnaire.
Dr. Suniza Binti Jamaris
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
9-12 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Dr Suniza binti Jamaris (sunizajamaris@ummc.edu.my / 0192335803)
REBUNG 1.0 developed the online cancer care in primary care course anchored by 30 UMMC healthcare consultants and specialists and was successfully carried out in training the KK Taman Medan family medicine specialists and medical officers. The course was in collaboration with primary care organisations (eg. MMA with their extensive network of private general practitioners) and family medicine specialist organisations eg. FMSA. This course is valued at MMA 20 CPD points which is the annual points required for annual professional certification. For REBUNG 2.0 collaboration with Malaysia Medical Association and Protect health (engagement ongoing) will be done to ensure involvement of private general practitioners. Besides breast, colorectal and lung cancer, prostate cancer will be added to this programme. A successful REBUNG X MMA outreach ECHO (Zoom platform) was attended by 300 General Practitioners in October 2022.
Dr. Suniza Binti Jamaris & Prof. Dr Nur Aishah Binti Mohd Taib
Yes, undisclosed
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
9-12 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Dr Suniza binti Jamaris (sunizajamaris@ummc.edu.my / 0192335803)
Background: Dengue illness ranges from asymptomatic infection to severe multi-organ failure. Globally, dengue incidence reduced markedly during the COVID-19 pandemic. We hypothesise that UMMC saw reduced but more severe dengue cases during the pandemic as patients presented later, as there was reduced healthcare access for non-COVID-19 illnesses due to pandemic concerns, movement restrictions, and lack of beds. SARS-CoV-2 and dengue coinfections may also lead to more severe disease.
Objective: To determine patterns of clinical severity in dengue patients from 2019-2022
Methodology: Electronic case records of patients with positive dengue test results will be reviewed to obtain: final clinical diagnosis, severity categories (dengue without/with warning signs, or severe dengue), duration of symptoms, and SARS-CoV-2 PCR results. Trends in severity will be determined over 2019-2022. Ethics approval has been obtained.
Outcomes: Data will be combined with ongoing laboratory studies to produce a comprehensive paper for publication.
Jamal I-Ching Sam
Yes, undisclosed
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Jamal I-Ching Sam (jicsam@ummc.edu.my / 0192335803)
Health promotion at its most basic level of analysis is about determining the right message and successfully using a communication vehicle to bring about behaviour change in the community. In Malaysia, tobacco is the leading cause of premature death, and 4.8 million Malaysians are known smokers. As such, this study aims to demonstrate the usefulness of developing health education materials with a theoretical and empirical research basis to increase knowledge to prevent and stop smoking. With specific focus on increasing knowledge, authors will utilize well researched principles in cognitive psychology to increase the message comprehension and increase the uptake of knowledge on the importance of smoking cessation. The material developed will provide interesting content and information, increase awareness, increase promotion, and eventually be helpful to help Malaysians quit smoking.
Associate Prof. Dr. Nik Daliana Binti Nik Farid & Associate Prof. Dr. Mas Ayu Binti Said
None
Yes
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Associate Prof. Dr. Nik Daliana Binti Nik Farid (daliana@ummc.edu.my / 0122779250)
Dr Sumitra Ropini Karuthan (sumitra@ummc.edu.my / 0126429731)
Chronotype is the natural tendency of our body to sleep at a certain time, which may be referred to as early bird versus a night owl. Studies have found associations between chronotype and personality, mood, and quality of performance in daily tasks. This study is aimed to determine the demographic distribution of chronotypes among young physicians doing housemanship, particularly in those working long hours in teaching hospitals around Klang Valley. The effects of chronotypes on cognition, psychomotor performance and emotional wellbeing after different duty times of the day (day shift vs night shift) will also be investigated. Questionnaire surveys such as Munich ChronoType Questionnaire (MCTQ) and the "Basler-Befindlichkeitsbogen" questionnaire which is a standard test for the evaluation of feelings of well-being will be utilised, following consent to participate. This study will provide scientific data towards identifying and improving one’s performance in healthcare environment which is crucial for patient safety.
A/P Dr Rosie Pamela David & A/P Dr Foong Chan Choong
None
Yes
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
A/P Dr Rosie Pamela David (pamela@ummc.edu.my / 0133669090)
A/P Dr Foong Chan Choong (foongchanchoong@um.edu.my / 0124191248)
This study explores the association between ASD severity, socio-demographic factors, emotional regulation issues, challenging and repetitive behaviours in children with ASD, and anxiety symptoms among their siblings. The objectives are to describe emotional dysregulation, challenging/repetitive behaviours in this population, explore whether there is an association between emotional dysregulation and challenging behaviours in ASD, determine factors contributing to emotional dysregulation and explore whether ASD severity, emotional dysregulation, and challenging and repetitive behaviours are associated with anxiety symptoms in siblings of these children. Research assistants will need to be able to perform data entry into Excel and perform statistical analyses via SPSS.
Associate Prof. Dr Subhashini Jayanath
Chapter of Child Neurology & Developmental Paediatrics Research Grant 2021-2023 (Malaysian Society of Neurosciences)
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings
Flexible
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Associate Prof. Dr Subhashini Jayanath (subhashinij@um.edu.my)
The aim of this study is to ascertain the sleep disturbance symptomatology amongst Asian children of multivariate neurodevelopmental disorders.
Study objective:
To measure the demographic distribution of sleep disturbances among CNDD of Asian population.
To measure the relative risk of sleep disturbances of children with NDD when compared with neurotypical paediatric population of similar age group of Asian population.
The significance of this study in quantifying the sleep disturbance symptomatology in Asian NDD population and to ascertain the risk level of sleep disturbance when compared to neurotypical paediatric Asian population of equal age.
Norhamizan Hamzah & Sakinah Sabirin
Yes, undisclosed.
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
1-3 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Norhamizan Hamzah (norhamizan@ummc.edu.my / 0122908790)
Sakinah Sabirin (sakinahs@ummc.edu.my / 0134004795)
Robotic rehabilitation is an evidence-based, clinician-led adjunctive treatment approach for neurological impairments and is increasingly used in rehabilitation. At present, there are various robotic rehabilitation programs based on different robotic equipment designs and purposes. Studies have greatly contributed to the system mechanism design, control method, rehabilitation training method and visual feedback. The purpose of developing motion-robotic rehabilitation training is to help patients relearn motion skills based on the experience-dependent neural plasticity and hence clinical recovery.
Objectives:
To measure the effect of ArmMotus™ M2 Gen and CycleMotus™ A4 on motor and functional performances across multi-diseased population.
To obtain user feedback on the structured intervention approach.
Outcomes:
Improvement of targeted sensorimotor and functional performances across multi-diseased population.
Norhamizan Hamzah
Yes, undisclosed.
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Norhamizan Hamzah (norhamizan@ummc.edu.my / 0122908790)
Retrospective observational study. Comparison of characteristics and outcomes of frail vs non-frail older persons on NOACs. Outcome measures are stroke and systemic embolism, and adverse events including haemorrhage and gastrointestinal symptoms.
Data is extracted from ipesakit case notes. Database is built and ready to use
Assoc Prof Dr Tan Kit Mun
None.
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
3-6 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
Assoc Prof Dr Tan Kit Mun (kmtan@unmc.edu.my / 0102351238)
This is a systematic review on instruments used to measure the magnitude and extent of elder abuse in the community and institutional settings. The review focuses on examining the quality of elder abuse measurement instruments including its psychometric properties, definitions and its subtypes used in pre-existing measurement instruments.
Prof Claire Choo
Yes, undisclosed.
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings.
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Prof Claire Choo (ccwy@um.edu.my / 0122073918)
This project explores the clinical correlates of immunological responses following SARS CoV-2 vaccination in a host of immunocompromised individuals (HIV, cancer, elderly, transplant). It aims to inform future vaccination policies for this vulnerable group.
Adeeba Kamarulzaman & Reena Rajasuriar
Zuellig-Pharma Educational Grant
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
1-3 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Reena Rajasuriar (reena@um.edu.my / 0162066279)
With the attainment of non-exclusive license to use WHO iSupport in 2021, this study aims to: (i) develop Malaysian version of iSupport web- based educational program in collaboration with WHO and the Alzheimer's Disease Foundation Malaysia (ADFM); and (ii) determine feasibility and potential effects of iSupport- Malaysia in promoting transfer of learning and in enhancing coping and psychosocial stress reduction among the carers.
After translation of materials to Bahasa Malaysia by language experts, a cross- cultural adaptation of iSupport will be employed to tailor its contents to Malaysian context using focus groups of expert nurses, trainers and carers of PLWD. Local production of e-materials including slides and videos will be hosted on an online platforms and social media. The iSupport-Malaysia is adaptive in design to allow nurses, trainers, carers and interested individual to navigate learning or information accordingly to the needs. After completed the usability testing of iSupport- Malaysian, a feasibility study will be carried out to inform future randomized controlled trial on iSupport-Malaysia intervention.
Dr Lee Wan Ling & Assoc. Prof. Dr Chong Mei Chan
UMSC C.A.R.E fund
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
1-3 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Dr Lee Wan Ling (wllee@um.edu.my / 0166686648)
Our study aims to prospectively validate the LNMS against radiologist assessment of CT scan and Lung CT Screening Reporting and Data System score (Lung-RADS). Thus, the LNMS (interpreted by qXR as high or low category) will be compared with radiologist based assessment probability of CT scan and Lung-RADS assessment. Results of this prospective observational study will pave the way for improved nodule management, leading to better clinical outcomes in patients with IPNs, especially with respect to malignancy assessment.
Results of this prospective study will pave the way for improved nodule management, leading to better clinical outcomes in patients with an IPN, especially with respect to malignancy assessment.
Sivakumar Krishnasamy
Astra Zeneca
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
6-9 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
Sivakumar Krishnasamy (sivaprotoss77@yahoo.com)
This is an exciting clinical and translational research project, aiming to discover novel biomarkers for patients with Parkinson's disease who carry Asian LRRK2 genetic variants. In this project, the candidate will have hands-on experience in recruiting subjects from the neurology clinic, collecting clinical data (via clinical assessment and questionnaires) and biological fluids (blood and urine), as well as learning some basic laboratory techniques (extracting serum, monocytes, peripheral blood mononuclear cells, flow cytometry etc). The candidate will also participate in data entry and analyses, as well as regular research presentations/discussions [and makan-makan as well!] with the PD research team. We are looking for TWO highly committed and enthusiastic candidates who will work together with a team of inter-disciplinary researchers and postgraduate students with different expertise (neurology, immunology, genetics, and molecular biology) for this important project.
Assoc Prof Dr Tan Ai Huey & Assoc Prof Dr Reena Rajasuriar
Yes, this project is funded by the Michael J Fox Foundation, a prestigious international foundation based in United States, dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease.
Yes, we (I) will be able to become MMedSc supervisors to the selected candidate.
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
3-6 months
Yes, we will be able to provide renumeration.
Assoc Prof Dr Tan Ai Huey (aihuey.tan@gmail.com / 012-2135683)
Assoc Prof Dr Reena Rajasuriar (reena@ummc.edu.my / 016-2066279)
The aim of this study is to provide a local data extraction from the study cohort of spondyloarthritis (axial spondyloarthritis and psoriatic arthritis) patients in Malaysia and across the Asia-Pacific APLAR region over a 6-year period. This study will involve collecting information on patient demographics, disease activity measures and patient treatment during a 3-6 monthly clinic review and from patients’ medical record. Patient-reported outcomes (PROs), spine and joint assessments, and medication history will be included as part of the assessment. Data will then be input into the Redcap online software. These will be done at the Rheumatology clinic when patients attend their routine clinic visit.
Associated Prof Dr Fariz Yahya
None
No, we are looking to engage potential candidates as research assistants only.
No, this project will require candidate's commitment to conduct the research in the relevant research venue(s).
6-9 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
Associated Prof Dr Fariz Yahya (farizy@ummc.edu.my)
Prognostic research findings from Western countries may not readily be adapted to Asia, as the outcome of breast cancer depends on a multitude of factors ranging from genetic, clinical and histological predictors, to lifestyle and social predictors. MyBCC is hospital-based prospective cohort study. The primary aim of this study is to determine the impact of lifestyle (eg, nutrition, physical activity), mental and sociocultural condition, on the overall survival and quality of life (QoL) among multiethnic Malaysian women following diagnosis of breast cancer. This study aims to advance the evidence on prognostic factors of breast cancer within the Asian setting. The findings may guide management of patients with breast cancer not only during active treatment but also during the survivorship period. This hospital-based prospective cohort study comprise of patients with breast cancer (18 years and above), managed in the University Malaya Medical Centre. We already recruited 1000 cancer survivors since 2012. Data are collected at baseline, 6 months, and 1, 3 and 5 years following diagnosis. The primary outcomes is overall survival, and secondary outcome is QoL. Factors measured are demographic and socioeconomic factors, lifestyle factors (eg, dietary intake, physical activity), anthropometry measurements (eg, height, weight, waist, hip circumference, body fat analysis), psychosocial aspects, and complementary and alternative medicine usage.
Dr Tania Islam & Prof Dr Nur Aishah Taib
None
Yes, we (I) will be able to become MMedSc supervisors to the selected candidate.
Yes, the candidate can work from home with discussions conducted over online or in-person meetings.
6-9 months
No, we will not be able to provide any renumeration.
Tania Islam (tania.omee@gmail.com / 0169852966)
Last Update: 21/12/2022