Enhancing Thermal Comfort in Urban Communities with Urban Configurations and Green Coverage: A Case Study of Dubai Sustainable City by MUAILEQ, LAMA SULIMAN ABU

“…In response to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the United Arab Emirates’ long-term vision for cities that provide successful and comfortable sustainable living, it is essential to study and explore strategies that enhance outdoor thermal comfort and indoor energy consumption that meets environmental, social and economic sustainability goals. …”
Get full text

Western diet induces mild metabolic impairment and aggravates neuropathology in an experimental mouse model of traumatic brain injury by Judith, Nwaiwu

“…Results showed that while WD significantly increased fat percentage and elevated plasma cholesterol, there was no change in blood glucose level or body weight, indicating an early stage of MetS. …”
Get full text
Get full text
Get full text

A Sociodemographic Analysis of the Impact of COVID-19-Related Schools’ Closure on the Diet and Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents in Qatar by Muna Abed Alah (14779534)

“…These results underscore the importance of implementing targeted interventions to promote healthy lifestyles during such disruptions and emphasize the need to address lifestyle changes beyond emergencies and outbreaks to mitigate potential long-term health consequences, including the increased risk of non-communicable diseases.…”

Bridging Innovation and Security: Advancing Cyber-Threat Detection in Sustainable Smart Infrastructure by Duaa Shoukat (20961200)

“…However, this evolution has also exposed smart devices to increasingly sophisticated cyber-threats, endangering the integrity of entire smart networks. …”

The Perceptions of the Impact of a Professional Training Development Program on the Inclusion and the Differentiation Management Skills: A Case Study of the Teachers in an American... by MOUSTAPHA, HANANE ISSAM

“…In response to the evolving landscape of education and in light of the Universal Conventions and the Emirati constitution and laws; teachers are facing an increasing emphasis on developing inclusive and differentiation skills. …”
Get full text

Strength of Concrete Produced With Recycled Materials by Ali, Mohamed Emad

Get full text

Association Between Hypothyroidism and Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Case-Control Study in the United States by Hassan, Manal M.

“…Restricted analyses among hepatitis virus–negative subjects, nondrinkers, nondiabetics, nonsmokers, and nonobese individuals indicated a significant association between hypothyroidism and HCC, with an approximate two-fold to three-fold increased risk of HCC development. We observed risk modification among women with diabetes mellitus (OR = 9.4; 95% CI = 2.7-32.7) and chronic hepatitis virus infection (OR = 31.2; 95% CI = 6.3-153.2). …”
Get full text
Get full text
Get full text

Sex Differences in Fish Oil and Olanzapine Effects on Gut Microbiota in Diet-Induced Obese Mice by Mostafa M. Abbas (17058093)

“…<div><p>Children are prescribed second-generation antipsychotic (SGA) medications, such as olanzapine (OLZ) for FDA-approved and “off-label” indications. The long-term impact of early-life SGA medication exposure is unclear. …”

Performance and durability of anti-soiling and anti-reflective coatings for photovoltaic systems in desert climates by Alaa Elsafi (22282354)

“…<p>The efficiency of photovoltaic (PV) systems is significantly hindered by soiling, especially in desert climates where dust accumulation on PV surfaces is prevalent and reduces light transmission and increases maintenance costs. This study provides a comprehensive review of anti-soiling and anti-reflective coatings (ASC & ARC) designed to mitigate these effects and enhance PV performance. …”

Caught off guard and beaten: The Ukraine war and food security in the Middle East by Mohammad Al-Saidi (5751827)

“…<div><p>The Ukraine war has led to a severe global food crisis due to complex supply disruptions and price increases of agricultural inputs. Countries of the Middle East have been directly affected because of their high dependence on food imports from Russia and Ukraine. …”

A comprehensive review of oil residues in the world oceans: types, characteristics, sources and distribution by Kaiprath Puthiyapurayil Haseeba (21392966)

“…<p>The increasing industrialization and extensive utilization of petroleum products, resulting in the emergence of its residues, contribute to the formation of tar. …”

Designing for Digital Wellbeing: From Theory to Practice a Scoping Review by Reem S. Al-Mansoori (18103045)

“…The pervasiveness of technology which has been in tandem with the increasing number of reported cases of harmful usage styles, with some exhibiting symptoms of behavioural addiction, raised concerns around users’ psychological health and well-being. …”

A Comprehensive Review of the COVID-19 Pandemic and the Role of IoT, Drones, AI, Blockchain, and 5G in Managing its Impact by Vinay Chamola (16870059)

“…<p>The unprecedented outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus, termed as COVID-19 by the World Health Organization (WHO), has placed numerous governments around the world in a precarious position. …”

An application framework for the distance learning domain (AFDL). (c2002) by Natafgi, Ahmad Maher

Get full text
Get full text

Governing desalination, managing the brine: A review and systematization of regulatory and socio-technical issues by Mohammad Al-Saidi (5751827)

“…<p>Desalination has become an attractive option for addressing water needs or solving problems of increasing water scarcity and short-term supply interruptions. …”

A Critical Assessment of the Readiness of the Project Management Profession to Industrial Revolution 4.0 in the UAE by Abdalla, Hiba

“…Incorporating them in project management will help professionals to identify not only the risks but also the challenges and opportunities arising from the introduction of industry 4.0, hence increasing their chances of surviving in the modern era.…”
Get full text

Liver resection for liver metastases from nondigestive endocrine cancer by Andreou, Andreas

“…However, these reports included various types of malignancies and relatively small sample sizes, which limits the ability to draw strong conclusions regarding patient selection.9, 10, 11 and 12 Given improvements in the efficacy of systemic therapy for endocrine tumors13 and 14 and improvements in the safety of liver resection,15 the number of patients with HNEM who are potential candidates for surgery is increasing. In this study, we evaluated the postoperative and long-term outcomes of patients who underwent liver resection for HNEM. …”
Get full text
Get full text
Get full text

Walkability and Its Relationships With Health, Sustainability, and Livability: Elements of Physical Environment and Evaluation Frameworks by Abdulla Baobeid (14070789)

“…<p dir="ltr">Urban sprawl and increasing population density in urban centers create the challenge to finding ways of sustainable transportation solutions that preserve the convenience of residents while reducing emissions. …”

Sustainable construction and life cycle assessment in Qatar: industry challenges, adoption, and policy implications by Shahram Tahmasseby (14158965)

“…The findings reveal that while many practitioners recognize the long-term benefits of LCA, its integration remains hindered by weak enforcement mechanisms and inconsistent policy frameworks. …”

EndMT Regulation by Small RNAs in Diabetes-Associated Fibrotic Conditions: Potential Link With Oxidative Stress by Roberta Giordo (299595)

“…<p>Diabetes-associated complications, such as retinopathy, nephropathy, cardiomyopathy, and atherosclerosis, the main consequences of long-term hyperglycemia, often lead to organ dysfunction, disability, and increased mortality. …”