https://semarakilmu.com.my/journals/index.php/scbtrj <p><strong>Semarak Current Biomedical Technology Research Journal (SCBTRJ)</strong> is an open-access, double-blind refereed academic journal with the aim to provide an international platform for academic research by publishing original articles in topics related to the fields of current and future biomedical sciences and research with a wide coverage. The scope of the journal covers topics but are not limited to the areas of applied biomedical materials, industrial biomedical devices, 3D printing of biomedical materials, cytotoxicity, bone metabolism and osteogenesis, natural product application for biomedical research and lab animal utilization in biomedical researches.</p> <h3><strong>EVENTS UPDATE</strong><br /><br /><strong>Semarak International Research Article Competition 2024 III </strong>(SIRAC 2024 III)</h3> <p><a href="https://submit.confbay.com/conf/sirac2024_3"><strong><img src="https://akademiabaru.com/submit/public/site/images/nurulain/sirac-iii.png" alt="" width="931" height="470" /></strong></a></p> <div class="tribe-events-schedule tribe-clearfix">Welcome to our esteemed research article competition! We’re thrilled to invite scholars, researchers, and practitioners worldwide to showcase their groundbreaking [...] <a href="https://submit.confbay.com/conf/sirac2024_3"><strong>READ MORE &gt;&gt;</strong></a></div> en-US syahidah@semarakilmu.com.my (Nur Syahidah Nor Hisam) azwadi@semarakilmu.com (Dr. Nor Azwadi Che Sidik ) Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700 OJS 3.3.0.8 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 https://semarakilmu.com.my/journals/index.php/scbtrj/article/view/12362 <p>The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak has heightened global concerns about virus transmission through shared public facilities. People increasingly avoid touching public surfaces like doorknobs, trolley handles, and lift buttons to prevent microorganism transmission via direct contact with fomites. In multi-storied buildings, lift buttons are among the most frequently touched surfaces. This study focused on the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of students at IIUM Kuantan regarding microorganism transmission via lift buttons. The aim was to assess the KAP levels among students and identify factors influencing these outcomes. Additionally, the study analysed the correlation between the three domains and suggested solutions to reduce microorganism transmission. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 172 IIUM Kuantan students using standardized questionnaires. A scoring system graded the KAP scores. Knowledge about microorganism transmission was assessed with ten true or false questions, attitudes were evaluated using ten statements on a five-point Likert scale, and practices were measured through ten statements on a four-point Likert scale. Descriptive and inferential statistics were applied to analyse the data. Results indicated that 70% of the students had good knowledge, 72% had good attitudes, and 74% demonstrated moderate practices. Factors influencing these results included age and year of study. The study found a positive correlation between knowledge and attitude, while no correlation was observed between knowledge and practice or attitude and practice. Suggested measures to curb transmission included implementing voice recognition systems in lifts and providing hand sanitizers inside and outside lifts. This study effectively increased students' awareness of microorganism transmission via lift buttons and promoted proper practices to reduce such transmissions.</p> Ayuni Mardhiah Ruzaidi, Norsyuhada Alias Copyright (c) 2024 Semarak Current Biomedical Technology Research Journal https://semarakilmu.com.my/journals/index.php/scbtrj/article/view/12362 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700