Exploring students’ understanding of the second derivative within the context of a differential equations course by Habre, Samer

“…The teaching of this course emphasizes a qualitative approach and therefore a solid understanding of the first and second derivatives is critical to determine the increase/decrease of solutions as well as their rate of increase/decrease. …”
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The Effect of Shading Devices on the Energy Consumption of Buildings: A Study on an Office Building in Dubai by Yassine, Farah

“…The world is witnessing a global movement working towards the goal of decreasing emissions that are causing the global warming phenomenon. …”
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“Enhanced Forced Convection Heat Transfer from a Cylinder using Permeable Fins, by Abu-Hijleh, Bassam

“…Permeable fins provided much higher heat transfer rates compared to the more traditional solid fins for a similar cylinder configuration. The ratio between the permeable to solid Nusselt numbers increased with Reynolds number and fin height but tended to decrease with number of fins. …”
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Oxygen targets following cardiac arrest: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Huzaifa Ahmad Cheema (16328980)

“…</p> <h3>Conclusions</h3> <p>Conservative oxygen therapy did not decrease mortality, improve neurologic recovery, or decrease ICU LOS as compared to a liberal oxygen regimen. …”

Application of Zn-ferrite towards thermochemical utilization of carbon dioxide: A thermodynamic investigation by Rahul R. Bhosale (6467102)

“…At a steady gas-to-gas heat recovery effectiveness equal to 0.7, a rise in the ratio of the molar flow rate of inert sweep gas to the molar flow rate of ZnFe₂O₄ from 10 to 90 is responsible for an increase in the thermal energy required to drive the cycle above 184.9 kW by a factor of 1.45 and decrease in the solar-to-fuel energy conversion efficiency by 4%. …”

Colloid retention and mobilization mechanisms under different physicochemical conditions in porous media: A micromodel study by Safna Nishad (16932474)

“…The objective of this work was to investigate the impact of hydrophobicity, solution ionic strength, and pH on colloid retention mechanisms in single-phase and two-phase flow in porous media systems. A series of experiments were conducted using a geometrically representative micromodel. …”

The therapeutic potential of matcha tea: A critical review on human and animal studies by Sara Sokary (17337724)

“…The cardio-metabolic effects of matcha have only been studied in animals, but findings were more homogenous. Consuming matcha with a high-fat diet resulted in decreased weight gain velocity, food intake, improved serum glucose and lipid profile, reduced inflammatory cytokines and ameliorated oxidative stress. …”

Anterior segment injury by a high-power handheld blue laser device by Al-Armary, Mohammad A.

“…Methods: Case report. Results: A 14-year-old male presented with redness, pain and decreased vision in his left eye after exposure to blue laser. …”
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Cost-benefit analysis of antimicrobial stewardship program in a cancer setting in Qatar by Dina Abushanab (10696501)

“…</p><h3>Methods</h3><p dir="ltr">We investigated the economic benefits of a premature versus a mature ASP from the perspective of a hospital. …”

Comparison of diesel emission experiments in view of the environment: A case study at Dubai by Al Ali, Yousif

“…The implementation of a diesel particulate filter lead to even better emission reductions but at a higher cost, with hydrocarbon emissions decreasing by 150%, carbon monoxide by 500% and nitrogen oxides by 700%. …”
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n-Hexadecane Fuel for a Phosphoric Acid Direct Hydrocarbon Fuel Cell by Zhu, YuanChen

“…The objective of this work was to examine fuel cells as a possible alternative to the diesel fuel engines currently used in railway locomotives, thereby decreasing air emissions from the railway transportation sector. …”
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A new quadratic asymmetric error correction model: does size matter? by Ayman Mnasri (16932486)

“…<p dir="ltr">We introduce a new quadratic asymmetric error correction model that comprehensively accounts for both sign and size asymmetries. …”

Acute spasticity in malignant MCA stroke: a case report and review of literature by Muhammad Faizan (12710607)

“…However, an acute onset of spasticity at presentation is extremely rare. We report a case of a 40-year-old male patient who presented with spasticity accompanied by aphasia and decreased consciousness. …”

A systematic review on sequence-to-sequence learning with neural network and its models by Yousuf, Hana

“…We develop a precise writing survey on sequence-to-sequence learning with neural network and its models. …”
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Detecting attacks in a cluster based QOS-OLSR protocol. (c2014) by Sanadiki, Hiba

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On-site workshop investment problem: A novel mathematical approach and solution procedure by Nima Moradi (19418821)

“…These temporary OSWs are cost-effective, leading to decreasing the material handling cost and project makespan, which indicates their important role as a part of a construction project. …”

A Severe Case of Overlap of Morphea and Eosinophilic Fasciitis after Burn Injuries by Hania Sami (21436013)

“…<h3>Background</h3><p dir="ltr">Generalized morphea is a rare fibrosing skin illness that progresses from erythematous, violet‐colored skin patches to sclerotic plaques. …”

A Decision Support Model for Prequalifying IPD Project Participants in Construction Projects by El Masri, Ahmad

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Environmental Footprint and Economics of a Full-Scale 3D-Printed House by Abdalla, Hadeer

“…3D printing, is a newly adopted technique in the construction sector with the aim to improve the economics and alleviate environmental impacts. …”
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Hepato‐splanchnic fluxes during exercise in patients with cirrhosis—a pilot study by Stefanos Volianitis (22155835)

“…</p><h2>Other Information</h2><p dir="ltr">Published in: Physiological Reports<br>License: <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" target="_blank">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>See article on publisher's website: <a href="https://dx.doi.org/10.14814/phy2.16162" target="_blank">https://dx.doi.org/10.14814/phy2.16162</a></p>…”