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Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), i (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Hafizan Juahir 1 , Sharifuddin M. Zain 2 , Rashid A. Khan 2,* , Mohd K. Yusoff 1 , Mazlin B. Mokhtar 3 , and Mohd E. Toriman 4
1 Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Environmental Study, University Putera Malaysia, 43000 Serdang
2 Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, University Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia
3 Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI), University Kebangsaan Malaysia , 43600 Bangi, Selangor , Malaysia
4 School of Social, Development and Environment, FSKK, University Kebangsaan Malaysia , 43600 Bangi, Sealangor , Malaysia
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: dr_rashid@um.edu.my
Full Paper : Using chemometrics in assessing Langat River water quality and designing a cost-effective water sampling strategy
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 26-42 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Veeranan Chaimanee 1 , Chotipa Sakulsingharoj 1 , Somkid Deejing 1 , Pramot Seetakoses 2 , and Piyanuch Niamsup 1,*
1 Faculty of Science, Maejo University , Sansai, Chiang Mai 50290 , Thailand
2 Faculty of Agricultural Production, Maejo University , Sansai, Chiang Mai 50290 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: piyanuch@mju.ac.th
Full Paper : Screening and characterisation of bacteriocin-producing bacteria capable of inhibiting the growth of bovine mastitis
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 43-52 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Sakarindr Bhumiratana 1 , Warinthorn Songkasiri 1 , Terry Commins 2, * , and Simon Grimley 1
1 National Science and Technology Development Agency , Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120 , Thailand
2 King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi , Ratburana, Bangkok 10140 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: thefox@loxinfo.co.th
Special Article : Thailand and brain drain
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 53-59 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Wiwat Wangcharoen* and Wallaya Morasuk
Department of Food Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Agricultural Industry, Maejo University , Chiangmai 50290 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: wiwat@mju.ac.th
Full Paper : Effect of heat treatment on the antioxidant capacity of garlic
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 60-70 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Kanlaya Kappeng and Wasu Pathom-aree*
Microbiology Section, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University ,Chiang Mai 50200 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: wasu@chiangmai.ac.th
Full Paper : Isolation of acetic acid bacteria from honey
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 71-76 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Ananthaya Sansawat and Mongkol Thirabunyanon*
Biotechnology Section, Faculty of Science, Maejo University , Chiang Mai 50290 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: mthirabun@yahoo.co.th
Full Paper : Anti- Aeromonas hydrophila activity and characterisation of novel probiotic strains of Bacillus subtilis isolated from the gastrointestinal tract of giant freshwater prawns
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 77-87 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Thararat Chitov*, Sutipong Wongdao, Warayut Thatum, Tananchanok Puprae, and Pranee Sisuwan
Department of Food Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Agro-industry, Maejo University , Chiang Mai , 50290 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: t.chitov@mju.ac.th
Full Paper : Occurrence of potentially pathogenic Vibrio species in raw, processed, and ready-to-eat seafood and seafood products
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 88-98 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Narin Printarakul * , Kanjana Wongkuna, Soonthree Kornochalert, and Kanya Santanachote
Bryophyte Section, CMU Herbarium, Biology Department, Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai , 50200 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: kame_cobtor@hotmail.com
Shot Report : Database of bryophytes and their ecological parameters in the CMU Herbarium
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 99-129 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Jiewen Zhao 1 , Saritporn Vittayapadung 1, * , Quansheng Chen 1 , Sumpun Chaitep 2, and Rachata Chuaviroj 3
1 School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University , Zhenjiang , Jiangsu , 212013, P.R.China
2 Faculty of Engineering, Chiang Mai University , Chiangmai, 50200, Thailand
3 Faculty of Engineering and Agro-Industry, Maejo University , Chiangmai, 50290, Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: S_Vittayapadung@hotmail.com
Full Paper : Nondestructive measurement of sugar content of apple using hyperspectral imaging technique
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(01), 130-142 (PDF format) SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Siriporn Korinsak 1 , Saengchai Sriprakhon 1 , Pattama Sirithanya 2 , Jirapong Jairin 3 , Siripar Korinsak 1 , Apichart Vanavichit 1 , and Theerayut Toojinda 1, *
1 Rice Gene Discovery Unit, BIOTEC, Kasetsart University, Kamphaeng Saen Campus, Nakhon Pathom 73140, Thailand
2 Faculty of Science and Agricultural Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna, Chiang Mai 50300 , Thailand
3 Ubon Ratchathani Rice Research Centre, P.O. Box 65, Muang District, Ubon Ratchathani 34000, Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: theerayut@dna.kps.ku.ac.th
Full Paper : Identification of microsatellite markers (SSR) linked to a new bacterial blight resistance gene xa33 (t) in rice cultivar ‘Ba7'
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 235-247 (PDF format) SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Nonglak Saithep 1,* , Srisulak Dheeranupatana 1 , Panalak Sumrit 2 , Somsak Jeerat 3 , Sukanya Boonchalearmkit 4 , Janewit Wongsanoon 4 and Chaiwat Jatisatienr 1
1 Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai 50202 , Thailand
2 Mae Jo Tobacco Experiment Station, Chiang Mai 50290 , Thailand
3 Mae Hia Agricultural Research and Training Centre, Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai 50200 , Thailand
4 Environmental Research and Training Centre, Department of Environmental Quality Promotion, Pathumthani 12120 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: nonglak_pim_saithep@yahoo.com
Full Paper : Composting of tobacco plant waste by manual turning and forced aeration system

Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 248-260 (PDF format) SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Mathan C. Nisha 1 , Sevanan Rajeshkumar 2,* , Thangavel Selvaraj 3 and Modurpalayam S. Subramanian 1
1 Department of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Coimbatore , Tamilnadu , India
2 Department of Applied Biology, Department of Plant Sciences 3 , Ambo University College , Post Box. No. 19, Ambo, Western Shoa , Ethiopia , East Africa
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: dhiksha_rajesh@yahoo.co.in
Full Paper : A valued Indian medicinal plant – Begonia malabarica Lam. : Successful plant regeneration through various explants and field performance
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 261-268 (PDF format) SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Katekan Dajanta 1 , Shannaphimon Wongkham 2 , Phichaya Thirach 3 , Prapaporn Baophoeng 3 , Arunee Apichartsrangkoon 1 , Panupong Santithum 4 and Ekachai Chukeatirote 3,*
1 Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agro-Industry, Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai 50200 , Thailand
2 Scientific & Technological Instruments Centre, 3 School of Science, and 4 School of Agro-Industry, Mae Fah Luang University , Chiang Rai 57100 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: ekachai@mfu.ac.th
Short Communication : Comparative study of proteolytic activity of protease-producing bacteria isolated from thua nao
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 269-276 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Esam A. El-hefian*, Misni Misran and Abdul H. Yahaya
Department of Chemistry, University of Malaya , 50603, Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: eelhefian@yahoo.com
Short Communication : Surface investigation of chitosan film with fatty acid monolayers
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 277-286 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Rajneesh Talwar 1, * and Ashoke K. Chatterjee 2
1 Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, RIMT Institute of Engineering and Technology, MandiGobindgarh , India 147301
2 Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Thapar University , Patiala , India 147004
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: talwarrajneesh@gmail.com
Full Paper : A method to calculate the voltage-current characteristics of 4H SiC Schottky barrier diode
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 287-294 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Olumuyiwa S. Asaolu * and John Ogbemhe
Department of Systems Engineering, University of Lagos , Akoka, Lagos , Nigeria
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: asaolu@yahoo.com
Full Paper : A decision support tool for basin irrigation in northern Nigeria
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 295-305 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Varadarassou M. Mounnissamy 1, * , Subramanian Kavimani 1 , Vaithialingam Balu 1 , Gnanapragasam Sankari 1 and Sabarimuthu D. Quine 2
1 College of Pharmacy, Mother Theresa Post Graduate and Research Institute of Health Sciences (MTPG&RIHS) Gorimedu, Indira Nagar, Puducherry-605 006, India
2 School of Chemical and Biotechnology, SASTRA University , Thirumalaisamudhram, Thanjavour-613 412, Tamil Nadu , India
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: shree2165@yahoo.com
Full Paper : Anti-nociceptive activity of Cansjera rheedii J. Gmelin (Opiliaceae)
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 306-312 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Abu Hena M. Kamal* and Mohd Ashraful A. Khan
Institute of Marine Sciences and Fisheries, University of Chittagong , Chittagong 4331, Bangladesh
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: hena71@yahoo.com
Review : Coastal and estuarine resources of Bangladesh : management and conservation issues
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 313-342 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Raghavendra C. Kamath 1,* and Appu K. K. Kuttan 2
1 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Manipal , India
2 Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal , India
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: mitian99@rediffmail.com
Full Paper : Determination of proportionality constants from cutting force modelling experiments during broaching operation
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 343-351 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Rajneesh Talwar 1,* and Ashoke K. Chatterjee 2
1 Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering , RIMT-Institute of Engineering and Technology, Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab, India-147301
2 Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Thapar University , Patiala , Punjab, India-147004
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: talwarrajneesh@gmail.com
Full Paper : Estimation of power dissipation of a 4H-SiC Schottky barrier diode with a linearly graded doping profile in the drift region
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(02), 352-365 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Jirawan Banditpuritat 1 , Waya S. Phutdhawong 2 and Weerachai Phutdhawong 3, 4 , *
1 Department of Chemistry, Maejo University , Sansai, Chiang Mai 50290 , Thailand
2 Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Silpakorn University , Nakhon Pathom 73000, Thailand
3 Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Science, Kasetsart University, Kampeang Saen Campus, Nakhon Pathom 73140 , Thailand
4 The Research Promotion and Technology Transfer Centre, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Science, Kasetsart University , Kampeang Saen Campus, Nakhon Pathom 73140 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: faaswcp@ku.ac.th
Short Communication: Microwave-induced acetylation of 2-methyl-5-hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone (plumbagin)
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 366-370 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Sompong Sruamsiri * and Pirote Silman
Faculty of Animal Science and Technology , Maejo University , Sansai, Chiang Mai , 50290 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: sompong@mju.ac.th
Full Paper : Nutritive value and nutrient digestibility of ensiled mango by-products
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 371-378 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Thepparath Ungsethaphand 1,3,* , Yuwadee Peerapornpisal 2 and Niwoot Whangchai 3
1 Biotechnology Program, Graduate School , Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai 50200 , Thailand
2 Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai 50200 , Thailand
3 Faculty of Fisheries Technology and Aquatic Resources, Maejo University , Chiang Mai 50290, Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: thorn@mju.ac.th
Full Paper : Production of Spirulina platensis using dry chicken manure supplemented with urea and sodium bicarbonate
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 379-387 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Waraluck Khongjeamsiri, Wiwat Wangcharoen*, Suthaya Pimpilai and Wichittra Daengprok
Faculty of Engineering and Agricultural Industry, Maejo University , Chiang Mai 50290 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: wiwat@mju.ac.th
Full Paper : Development of Job's-tears ice cream recipe
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 388-399 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Solomon A. Ola 1 , Adewale O. Adeleke 2, * , Garba A. Usman 1 , Anthony A. Odunaike 1, Shehu M. Kollere 3 and Paul O. Ajiboye 1
1 National Metallurgical Development Centre (NMDC), P.M.B. 2116, Jos , Nigeria
2 Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University , Ile-Ife , Nigeria
3 Raw Materials Research and Development Council, Abuja , Nigeria
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: aoadeleke2002@yahoo.com
Full Paper : Study on magnetic concentration of Nigerian Itakpe sinter concentrate to a Midrex-grade concentrate
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 400-407 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Payyalore R. Venkateswaran 1,* P. R. , Jayadeva Bhat 2 and S. Meenatchisundaram 1
1 Instrumentation and Control Engineering Department, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal 576 104 Karnataka, India
2 Chemical Engineering Department, Manipal Institute of Technology , Manipal 576 104 Karnataka, India
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: prv_i@yahoo.com
Full Paper : Novel method for heuristic modelling of flexible manufacturing systems
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 408-414 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Esam A. El-hefian*, Abdul H. Yahaya and Misni Misran
Department of Chemistry, University of Malaya , 50603 Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: eelhefian@yahoo.com
Full Paper : Characterisation of chitosan solubilised in aqueous formic and acetic acids
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 415-425 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Omotayo A. Taiwo 1,* and Olutunde S. Odetunde 2
1 Department of Mathematics, University of Ilorin , P.M.B. 1515, Ilorin , Nigeria
2 Department of Mathematical Sciences, Olabisi Onabanjo University , Ago - Iwoye P.M.B. 2002, Ago-Iwoye, Nigeria
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: oataiwo2002@yahoo.com
Full Paper : Approximate solution of variational problems by an iterative decomposition method
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 426-433 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Wiwat Wangcharoen
Faculty of Engineering and Agricultural Industry, Maejo University , Chiang Mai 50290 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: wiwat@mju.ac.th
Short Article : Effect of temperature on sucrose penetration and browning reactions in longan aril during osmotic dehydration
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 434-445 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Vannajan S. Lee 1,* , Panthip Tue-ngeun 1 , Patrinee Traisathit 2 , Sukon Prasitwattanaseree 2 , Piyarat Nimmanpipug 1 and Jeerayut Chaijaruwanich 3
1 Computational Simulation and Modelling Laboratory (CSML), Department of Chemistry and Centre for Innovation in Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai, 50200,Thailand
2 Department of Computer, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai , 50200 , Thailand
3 Department of Statistics, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University , Chiang Mai , 50200 , Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: vannajan@gmail.com
Full Paper : FTIR and chemometric tools for the classification of Thai wines
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 446-458 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Renu Jain 1 , Rajiv Saxena 2 and Rajshree Mishra 3,*
1 School of Mathematics and Allied Sciences (SOMAAS), Jiwaji University , Gwalior (M.P.) India
2 Jaypee Institute of Engineering and Technology (JIET), Guna (M.P.) India
3 School of Mathematics and Allied Sciences (SOMAAS), Jiwaji University , Gwalior (M.P.) India
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: rajshreemishraa@gmail.com
Full Paper : Time-frequency plane behavioural studies of harmonic and chirp functions with fractional Fourier transform (FRFT)
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 459-471 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Niwat Keawpradub 1 and Juntipa Purintrapiban 2, *
1 Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Botany, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Prince of Songkla University , Hat-Yai, Songkhla, 90112, Thailand
2 Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University , Hat-Yai, Songkhla, 90112, Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: pjuntipa@medicine.psu.ac.th
Full Paper : Upregulation of glucose uptake in L8 myotubes by the extract from Lagerstroemia speciosa : a possible mechanism of action
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 472-485 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF

Sudathip Inchuen 1, *, Woatthichai Narkrugsa 1 and Pimpen Pornchaloempong 2
1 Faculty of Agro Industry, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang , Bangkok , 10520 Thailand
2 Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok, 10520 Thailand
* Author to whom correspondence should be addressed, e-mail: sudathip4@hotmail.com
Full Paper : Moisture sorption of Thai red curry powder
Maejo Int. J. Sci. Technol. 2009, 3(03), 486-497 (PDF format)SummaryPlus | Full Text + Links | PDF