Integrated Demand Side Management in Network Planning for Utility Companies by Khalfan, Fatma Mohamed

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Phospho-MEK1/2 and uPAR Expression Determine Sensitivity of AML Blasts to a Urokinase-Activated Anthrax Lethal Toxin (PrAgU2/LF) 1 by Nasser, Selim

“…In this study, we attempt to target both the urokinase plasminogen activator and the mitogen-activated protein kinase pathway in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) cell lines and primary AML blasts using PrAgU2/LF, a urokinase-activated anthrax lethal toxin. …”
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Loss of the TRPM4 channel in humans causes immune dysregulation with defective monocyte migration by Fang Yu (156838)

“…<h3>Background</h3><p dir="ltr"><u>TRPM4</u> is a broadly expressed, calcium-activated, <u>monovalent</u> cation channel that regulates <u>immune cell</u> function in mice and cell lines. Clinically, however, partial loss- or gain-of-function mutations in <i><u>TRPM4</u></i> lead to <u>arrhythmia </u>and<u> heart disease</u>, with no documentation of<u> immunologic disorders.…”

Evaluation of pretreatment and membrane configuration for pressure-retarded osmosis application to produced water from the petroleum industry by Dareen Dardor (17052381)

“…PRO is typically considered with seawater/river water pairings however greater energy can be recovered from hypersaline solutions including produced water (PW) from the petroleum industry. …”

Graphite and metal nitrate-infused HDPE composites for enhanced thermal performance in energy-efficient building envelopes by Mohammad Amir Khan (23770803)

“…Analysis such as Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and dielectric spectroscopy analyses further revealed extensive interaction between filler matrices, a decrease in phonon scattering, and a positive increase in crystallinity which led to the improved thermal performance.The TGA results showed that the composite exhibited greater thermal stability, and the residue mass after the decomposition process was 9%, indicating increased carbonization and structural integrity. …”

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

“…Individuals with TBI have a greater risk of mortality from associated chronic diseases than the general population. …”
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Traffic safety outcomes of traffic law application and the adoption of new technology in traffic control by Hassan Younis Salman (19774620)

“…</p><h2 dir="ltr">Other Information</h2><p dir="ltr">Published in: Journal of Local and Global Health Science, title discontinued as of (2017)<br>License: <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/deed.en" target="_blank">https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>See article on publisher's website: <a href="https://dx.doi.org/10.5339/jlghs.2015.itma.44" target="_blank">https://dx.doi.org/10.5339/jlghs.2015.itma.44</a></p>…”

Gestational Diabetes in the Gulf Region: Streamlining care to optimise outcome by Gbemisola Okunoye (19772769)

“…<p dir="ltr">The burden of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) has notably been on the increase in many countries. This observed trend feeds into the growing problem of obesity and type 2 diabetes, especially in regions with higher background prevalence of diabetes such as the Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC). …”

Dynamic mechanical characterization and modelling of polypropylene based organoclay nanocomposite by Kui Wang (137551)

“…The experimental characterization was performed by using split Hopkinson pressure bars (SHPB), at different strain rates and temperatures. A significant increase of the yield stress of nanocomposite was shown with the present of organoclay, comparing to neat PP. …”

Minocycline and riluzole brain disposition by Milane, Aline

“…The only drug recognized to increase the survivaltime is riluzole(RLZ). In animal models, minocycline (MNC)delayed the onset of the disease and increased the survivaltime (in combination with RLZ). …”
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Power System Transient Stability Assessment Based on Machine Learning Algorithms and Grid Topology by Senyuk, Mihail

“…Features of transmission line maintenance were used to increase accuracy of estimation. …”
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A Study on Educational Technology in Dubai Challenges and Suggested Solutions by Kamel Iran, Hisham Mohammed

“…Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashed Al-Maktoom said "Education, Education, Education" while presenting Dubai Strategic Plan 2015 stating that it’s one of his most strategic goals in the UAE development.In line with this trend to integrate information and communication technologies (ICTs) in education, UAE has embraced to use technologies in all educational levels to facilitate learning and teaching, and increase access to learning opportunities.I conducted a survey to examine how education in UAE is better with the implementation of technology from the perspective of both teachers and students from grade 7 to 12 in Dubai’s schools and how it can be even better.The methodology was both qualitative and quantitative as I have done primary research on education technology in other countries and attended an International conference about Information and Communication Technology in Education to have an idea about the current status of educational technology worldwide. …”
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Studying the Impact of Height and Unified Design model in Housing Communities on Micro-climate condition in Dubai Case Study of Mohammad Bin Rashid Housing Establishment Project by ISSA, ZINAB GHASSAN

“…Since the national agenda and UAE Vision 2021 sets the goal of being a regional and international role model for sustainable Urban development revolution that responds to the United nation Goals and ensure prosperity for future generations The research selected one of Mohammad Bin Rashid housing establishments in Dubai located in Oud Muteena district on the border line with Sharjah at a residential area with low rise buildings since building standard at theses area allows Ground plus one floor only for residential individual unites called ( villas ) in local terminology. …”
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Functional disability of road traffic injury patients admitted to the National Hospital of Sri Lanka on admission and three months after discharge from the hospital by Roshan Chaminda Sampath (19774524)

“…At three months after the injury significant increase proportion of functional disability was observed with increase number of body regions injured (p=0.000) and with increase injury severity (p=0.000). …”

Total hip arthroplasty: Evolution of the use of dual mobility cups in Lebanon by Assi, Chahine

“…Recurrent dislocation, being a major reason for revision total hip arthroplasty (THA), was found to decrease significantly using dual mobility cup (DMC) compared to standard cups (SC), and that in both primary and revision THA. …”
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Life cycle assessment of compressed air, vanadium redox flow battery, and molten salt systems for renewable energy storage by Manal AlShafi (14778373)

“…The global warming potentials of compressed air and vanadium redox flow battery decrease by 0.599 and 0.420 kg CO₂ eq,/kWh, respectively in case photovoltaic electricity is stored instead of grid electricity. …”

Characterizing the dynamics of climate and native desert plants in Qatar by Meshal Abdullah (17746950)

“…Optimal rainfall events per year ranged from 10 to 15, with 70 mm being the threshold for healthy vegetation growth. …”

Board Characteristics and Bank Stock Performance: Empirical Evidence from the MENA Region by Antoine B. Awad (21591401)

“…However, we found that having frequent board meetings per year and separate roles for the CEO and chairman have no impact on bank stock performance. …”

Modifying cellulose fibres with carbon dots: a promising approach for the development of antimicrobial fibres by Radha, Remya

“…Cytotoxicity assays on human cell lines showed no toxicity towards cells at concentrations of up to 100 µg ml−1 but exhibited increased toxicity at concentrations exceeding 1000 µg ml−1. …”
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The global, regional, and national burden of inflammatory bowel disease in 195 countries and territories, 1990–2017: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 20... by Sudabeh Alatab (11257335)

“…The age-standardised death rate decreased from 0·61 (0·55–0·69) per 100 000 population in 1990 to 0·51 (0·42–0·54) per 100 000 population in 2017. …”