Fracture and stability of strain-softening materials and structures by Tabbara, Mazen

“…To study stability, a general method to calculate the tangential stiffness matrix of a structure with a system of interacting propagating cracks is formulated. The need to distinguish between stability of state and stability of path is emphasized. …”
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Detection, molecular typing and phylogenetic analysis of Leishmania isolated from cases of leishmaniasis among Syrian refugees in Lebanon by Tokajian, Sima

“…The obtained results highlight the need to find a universally accepted diagnostic tool for Leishmania typing.…”
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Prisoners’ Radio by Attar, Dalia

“…Overall, results from MFA covering 10 Lebanese mainstream media outlets, 10 alternative media outlets in the MENA region and nine international prisoners’ radio programs (29 in total) show that most of the Lebanese news outlets provided predominantly positive stories endorsing the measures taken by authorities to combat Covid-19 in prisons while alternative media in the MENA region and international prisoners’ radio presented negative stories highlighting the lack of sufficient measures, reinforcing the need to do more to combat healthcare risks and increased isolation of prisoners. …”
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A novel on-demand vehicular sensing framework for traffic condition monitoring by Abdul Rahman, Sawsan

“…With the increased need for mobility and the overcrowding of cities, the area of Intelligent Transportation aims at improving the efficiency, safety, and productivity of transportation systems by relying on communication and sensing technologies. …”
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Consumers liquor habits in a post mature market. (c1996) by Traboulsi, Peggy A.

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Prevalence, correlates and management of hyperglycemia in diabetic non-critically Ill patients at a tertiary care center in Lebanon by El Khoury, Ghada

“…Episodes of hyperglycemia in hospitalized diabetic patients are associated with poor clinical outcomes and increased morbidity and mortality. Therefore, prevention of hyperglycemia is critical to decrease the length of hospital stay and to reduce complications and readmissions. …”
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SPARQ: A Cyber-Resilient Voltage Regulation Using Soft Q-Learning Approach for Autonomous Grid Operations by Mohamed Massaoudi (16888710)

“…<p dir="ltr">The growing integration of distributed energy resources and increased interconnectivity in cyber-physical power systems (CPPSs) have heightened their complexity. …”

Sustainability-Based Strategic Framework for Digital Transformation in the Oil and Gas Industry by Abdulla Al-Hajri (17151064)

“…These advancements address key industry challenges, including operational inefficiencies, safety hazards, and the pressing need to reduce carbon emissions. The research examines the hurdles faced by hydrocarbon-dependent countries, focusing on Qatar’s oil and gas sector, in adopting digital transformation. …”

Optimizing chemisorption based direct air capture unit efficiency in HVAC systems: A study on the impact of DAC location and adsorption conditions as a response to the climate cris... by Yasser M. Abdullatif (16500945)

“…<p dir="ltr">Direct air capture (DAC) technology is still facing some challenges that need to be addressed before the technology can be widely deployed. …”

New insights into the impact of graphene oxide characteristics on foam stability: from bulk behavior to bubble dynamics by Ali U. Chaudhry (19724362)

“…Overall, we demonstrate that unmodified GO can effectively stabilize foam at low concentrations, eliminating the need for multi-step chemical modification, which often increases costs and raises environmental concerns.…”

Neosetophomone B induces apoptosis in multiple myeloma cells via targeting of AKT/SKP2 signaling pathway by Shilpa Kuttikrishnan (3520079)

“…Despite the available treatments, drug resistance and adverse side effects pose significant challenges, underscoring the need for alternative therapeutic strategies. Natural products, like the fungal metabolite neosetophomone B (NSP‐B), have emerged as potential therapeutic agents due to their bioactive properties. …”

Augmented Reality and its Applications in Education: A Systematic Survey by Fatima Zulfiqar (17019108)

“…<p dir="ltr">The use of technology, especially mobile phones, has significantly increased over the past few decades and has become an essential element in our daily lives. …”

Diffusion tensor imaging with tractography in surgical resection of brainstem cavernous malformations: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Mohammed Maan Al-Salihi (13105835)

“…<p dir="ltr">Brainstem cavernous malformations are benign subset of cerebral cavernous malformations, which need a special intervention owing to being vital and complex. …”

Lifetime prevalence, risk, and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders in Qatar's national mental health study by Salma Mawfek Khaled (14159013)

“…Treatment is significantly delayed and delivered largely in non‐healthcare sectors thus the need for increased literacy of mental illness to reduce stigma and improve earlier help‐seeking in healthcare settings.…”

Systematic analysis of cutting-edge technology for the wellbeing and safety of older persons by Ahmed Elsheikh (452015)

“…The findings highlight a need for more robust, user-centred research and the development of implementation models that account for the diversity of older adults’ needs. …”

E-health literacy among university students amid a global pandemic by Rowaida Elyamani (9639306)

“…<h3>Background</h3><p dir="ltr">Global pandemics amplified the need for eHealth literacy as young adults increasingly sought online health information. …”

Unplanned Extubation by Linda Ibrahim (17075086)

“…The study highlights the need for effective strategies to prevent and manage UE in neonates.…”

EEG Signal Processing for Medical Diagnosis, Healthcare, and Monitoring: A Comprehensive Review by Nisreen Said Amer (17984077)

“…The development of novel sensors for EEG recording, digital signal processing algorithms, feature engineering, and detection algorithms increases the need for efficient diagnostic systems. …”

Enhancing photocatalytic partial oxidation of methane to methanol: Experimental investigation of 2D/metal oxide composite catalysts by Amira Chebbi (19756983)

“…<p dir="ltr">This study investigates the potential of photocatalytic processes for the selective conversion of methane into valuable liquid fuels, particularly methanol, addressing the need for efficient, alternative, and clean energy carriers and fuels. …”

Could Petrol Stations Play a Key Role in Transportation Electrification? A GIS-Based Coverage Maximization of Fast EV Chargers in Urban Environment by Safak Bayram (16925975)

“…The results show that deploying fast chargers at existing fuel stations significantly increases the coverage needed for EVs. This study will provide useful insights into EV fast charging station planning in urban cities, as the related research is still in its infancy.…”