Association of Differing Qatari Genotypes with Vitamin D Metabolites by Youssra Dakroury (9991407)

“…This may be of specific importance in vitamin D replacement strategies with the Q2 genotype requiring less, and the other genotypes requiring more to increase 1,25(OH)2D. …”

Soluble ACE2 and angiotensin II levels are modulated in hypertensive COVID-19 patients treated with different antihypertension drugs by Mohamed A. Elrayess (21398687)

“…Their effect on circulating levels of ACE2 and angiotensin II, as well as the severity of COVID-19, is less well studied.</p><h3>Materials and methods</h3><p dir="ltr">The clinical data were collected from 200 patients in four different antihypertensive medication classes (ACEi, ARB, BB, and CCB). …”

Comparative efficacy and safety of PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors in triple negative breast cancer: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Ibrahim Elmakaty (14614270)

“…They were associated with an increase in immune-related adverse effects. When used early in the course of TNBC, PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors exert their maximum benefit. …”

Exploring the Use of E-Portfolios in Madares Al-Ghad Schools in the United Arab Emirates by Tabib, Faiza

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Recovery of business intelligence systems by Haraty, Ramzi A.

“…Denial of service affects the continuity of the healthcare system which in turn threatens patients’ lives, decreases the efficiency of the healthcare system and increases the operating costs of the attacked healthcare organization. …”
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The safety of outpatient total shoulder arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Abdulaziz F. Ahmed (14150082)

“…Furthermore, unadjusted comparisons demonstrated significantly less total and major surgical complications, less total, major, and minor medical complications in favour of outpatient TSA. …”

A control algorithm to increase the efficient operation of wind energy conversion systems under extreme wind conditions by Nyam Jargalsaikhan (17380429)

“…<p dir="ltr">This paper aims to increase the power production of gearless permanent magnet synchronous generator (PMSG) based wind energy conversion systems (WECS) in strong (greater than 25 m/s) wind speed regions. In general, most wind turbines cut off when wind speed is over the cut-out rate; as a result, the power generation of the wind farm decreases. …”

A screening instrument for sleep apnea predicts airway maneuvers in patients undergoing advanced endoscopic procedures by Azar, Riad

“…SRCs were defined as any duration of pulse oximetry less than 90%, systolic blood pressure less than 90 mm Hg, apnea, or early procedure termination. …”
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Characterizing the transitioning epidemiology of herpes simplex virus type 1 in the USA: model-based predictions by Houssein H. Ayoub (9262512)

“…</p><p><br></p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p dir="ltr">HSV-1 epidemiology is undergoing a remarkable transition in the US, with less exposure in childhood and more in adulthood, and less oral but more genital acquisition. …”

Gender gap in mental health research productivity: Results from Qatar by Dalia Albahari (17115664)

“…<h3>Objectives</h3><p dir="ltr">Qatar’s contribution to biomedical research has increased significantly in the past couple of decades, but the exact participation of women researchers remains obscure. …”

Lead exposure of Bangladeshi women at childbearing age: Does mother's education reduce fetal risk factors? by Sharmind Neelotpol (19732277)

“…A questionnaire survey was conducted among the participants comprising both less-educated (<i>n</i> = 62) and more-educated (<i>n</i> = 52) women. …”

Zirconium Silicate/IL/Mxene-based composite membranes for high-temperature fuel cell applications by Edwin, Reeves Nayagam

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Reconfigurable Low-Noise Amplifier Using RF MEMS-CMOS Varactors in 180 nm Technology by Emami, Neda

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Research on the potential of photovoltaic technologies in reducing energy consumption in an urban mixed use residential community. A Case study for net zero energy community in Dub... by SUGATHAN, SANAL

“…Therefore, the key challenge is to reduce the consumption of fossil fuels which decreases the production of greenhouse gases such as CO2 and CH4 by using renewable energy technologies to provide clean carbon free energy that can combat future energy security challenges. …”
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Seat belt and mobile phone use among young adult drivers in the State of Qatar by Sohaila Cheema (4162534)

“…Females were significantly more likely than males to use seat belt and less likely to use mobile phone while driving. Additionally, drivers at or below the age of 25 were significantly more likely to use seat belt and less likely to use mobile phone than those over 25 years old (Table 1). …”

Anteriolateral versus anterior–posterior electrodes in external cardioversion of atrial fibrillation: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of clinical trials by Karam R. Motawea (13954362)

“…Subgroup analysis revealed a statistically significant association between the anterior–lateral electrode and increased cardioversion rate of AF in subgroups of less than five shocks, patients with 60 years old or more and patients with left atrial (LA) diameter >45 mm (OR = 1.72, 95% CI = 1.17–2.54, <i>p</i> = .006), (OR = 1.73, 95% CI = 1.18–2.54, <i>p</i> = .005), and (OR = 1.86, 95% CI = 1.04–3.34, p = .04), respectively. …”

Solar syngas production via methanothermal reduction of strontium oxide by Rahul R. Bhosale (6467102)

“…Application of heat recuperation considerably decreased the requirement of solar energy input, and hence the process efficiency is further amplified. …”

Speed optimised array architecture for flash EEPROMs by Amin, A.A.M.

“…The new array architecture provides increased speed and less susceptibility to soft writes during read operations. …”
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Potent anti-tumor promoting effects of Daucus carota oil extract in mice by Abou Zeinab, RM

“…Inraperitoneal treatment inhibited tumor yield by 43%, and decreased the tumor volume by 85% at week 20. Gavage treatment failed to inhibit the promotion of tumors but decreased tumor volume by 20%. …”
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The global, regional, and national burden of colorectal cancer and its attributable risk factors in 195 countries and territories, 1990–2017: a systematic analysis for the Global B... by Saeid Safiri (3713035)

“…Globally, colorectal cancer accounted for 896 000 (876 300–915 700) deaths in 2017, with an age-standardised death rate of 11·5 (11·3–11·8) per 100 000 person-years, which decreased between 1990 and 2017 (−13·5% [–18·4 to −10·0]). …”