Copy number variations in the genome of the Qatari population by Khalid A. Fakhro (3158862)

“…We combine four independently generated datasets from 97 individuals to study CNVs for the first time at high-resolution in a Gulf Arab population.</p><h2>Other Information</h2> <p> Published in: BMC Genomics<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/10.1186/s12864-015-1991-5" target="_blank">https://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12864-015-1991-5</a></p>…”

The Stakeholders’ Perceptions about the Effectiveness of iPads Integrations in Third Grade English Classes in a Private School in Sharjah, UAE by AL-HUSSAINI, OLA SALEH HUSSAIN

“…A survey was distributed to around 100 parents who have kids in third grade in one of the private schools in Sharjah. …”
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Adsorption of ammonia on ZrO_<em>x</em>-modified graphene nanoribbon: a first-principle investigation by Ahmad I. Ayesh (10188469)

“…The adsorption energy of NH₃ on the ZrO₂-doped AGNR is − 10.05 eV with an adsorption length of 2.4 Å and − 0.214e charge transferred. …”

Impact of timing and severity of COVID-19 infection in pregnancy on intrauterine fetal growth- a registry-based study from Doha-Qatar by Fathima Minisha (16475100)

“…<h3>Background</h3> <p>The novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has impacted pregnant women, increasing maternal and neonatal morbidity. The placenta is a potential target for the pathophysiological processes due to the increased thrombotic inflammatory activation and inadequate uteroplacental perfusion and oxygenation, potentially causing intrauterine growth restriction. …”

COVID-19 mothers’ mother–baby bonding, feeding practices, postnatal care experiences in Qatar: A mixed-methods approach by laura Moya falcon (22556218)

“…</p><h3>Methods</h3><p dir="ltr">A mixed-methods research design was conducted, involving 117 participants in a cross-sectional online survey and 11 phone interviews. …”

Treatment with a Combination of Metformin and 2-Deoxyglucose Upregulates Thrombospondin-1 in Microvascular Endothelial Cells: Implications in Anti-Angiogenic Cancer Therapy by Samson Mathews Samuel (18808246)

“…We observed robust up-regulation of anti-angiogenic thrombospondin-1 (TSP1) and increased TSP1-CD36 co-localization with a marked decrease in the levels of phosphorylated vascular endothelial growth factor receptor-2 (pVEGFR2; Y1175) in 2DG (5 mM) exposed cells treated with metformin (2 mM). …”

An experimental study to measure the impact of a short-term disability awareness campaign on attitudes of primary school learners towards peers with physical disabilities by RAD, ELAHE NASERI

“…This campaign targeted students in grades 4, 5 and 6 at a non-profit school in Dubai. The aim of this study was to measure the effectiveness of the campaign on the different components of attitude: cognitive, behavioural and affective. …”
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A novel hybrid photovoltaic/thermal-fuel cell system for efficient hydrogen, heat, and power generation: Techno-economic and environmental evaluation by Bashar Shboul (22927252)

“…The P_PVT-FC dropping from 2.0 kW to 0.75 kW and the η_PVT-FC 16%–8%, while the Q_PVT-FC remains stable at ∼689.5 kW. Increasing the coolant outlet temperature and electrolyzer efficiency enhances m_PVT-FC and η_PVT-FC reaching a maximum efficiency of 18.06% at a 0.5 kg/s flow rate. …”

Design and analysis of an alkaline fuel cell by Azzam, Mohammed H. A.

“…A net output voltage of 0.8 V is obtained at 150 mAcm-2 current density, which yields an overall efficiency of 75%. …”
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The Role of Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Family of Receptor Tyrosine Kinases in Mediating Diabetes-Induced Cardiovascular Complications by Bara A. Shraim (11753786)

“…<p dir="ltr">Diabetes mellitus is a major debilitating disease whose global incidence is progressively increasing with currently over 463 million adult sufferers and this figure will likely reach over 700 million by the year 2045. …”

Global, regional, and national burden of stroke and its risk factors, 1990–2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019 by Valery L Feigin (5320574)

“…During the same period, age-standardised rates of stroke incidence decreased by 17·0% (15·0–18·0), mortality decreased by 36·0% (31·0–42·0), prevalence decreased by 6·0% (5·0–7·0), and DALYs decreased by 36·0% (31·0–42·0). …”

Pioglitazone Effect on Clinical Outcome and Inflammatory Response in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and COVID-19: A Randomized Clinical Trial by Eman Elmekaty (14777932)

Lung nodule classification utilizing support vector machines by Mousa, W.A.H.

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The impact of automatic tube current modulation related settings of a modern GE CT scanner on image quality and patient dose; details do matter by Ioannis A. Tsalafoutas (14776939)

“…</p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p dir="ltr">SmartmA is a tool that if not properly used may increase the patient doses considerably. …”

Efficacy of Antimicrobial-Impregnated Catheters in Preventing Sepsis Post Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheter (PICC) Removal in Neonates: A Retrospective Study by Mohammad Ayman Al Khateeb (17045509)

“…Out of the remaining 349 cases, 138 were conventional catheters (39.5%) and 211 were antimicrobial-impregnated catheters (60.5%). …”

Spatial modelling of contribution of individual level risk factors for mortality from Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus in the Arabian Peninsula by Oyelola A. Adegboye (4287826)

“…Individuals with some comorbidity had a significantly higher likelihood of dying from MERS-CoV compared with those who did not suffer comorbidity [Odds ratio (OR) = 2.071; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.307, 3.263]. …”

Emerging trends in direct air capture of CO₂: a review of technology options targeting net-zero emissions by Yasser Abdullatif (19438219)

“…In order to keep the global mean temperature at approximately 1.5 °C above the preindustrial era, the world needs increased deployment of negative emission technologies. …”

Diabetes-related cardiovascular and economic burden in patients hospitalized for heart failure in the US: a recent temporal trend analysis from the National Inpatient Sample by Menatalla Mekhaimar (14103708)

“…Crude mortality gradually decreased from 2.7% in 2005 to 2.4% in 2014 but was still lower than that of non-diabetes patients’ mortality on a yearly comparison basis. …”

The role of ulnar nerve subcutaneous anterior transposition during open reduction and internal fixation of distal humerus fractures: a retrospective cohort study by Abdulaziz F. Ahmed (14150082)

“…</p> <h2>Conclusion</h2> <p>We do not recommend performing routine subcutaneous ulnar nerve anterior transposition during ORIF of distal humerus fracture as it was associated with a significant 5-fold increase in ulnar nerve neuropathy.…”

Exergy and thermo-economic analysis of solar thermal cycles powered multi-stage flash desalination process by Sharaf Eldean, Mohamed A.

“…The comparisons are proceeding for the MSF-BR desalination plant with total productivity in the range of 5,000m3 /d which the gain ratio is increased up to 12 with 40 stages. …”
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