Enhanced glucose uptake in phenylbutyric acid-treated 3T3-L1 adipocytes by Fakhoury, H.

“…Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease marked by altered glucose homeostasis and insulin resistance. …”
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Design and Evaluation of a Just-in-Time Adaptive Intervention (JITAI) to Reduce Sedentary Behavior at Work: Experimental Study by Tasnim Ismail (18418554)

“…Physical inactivity is a main factor in the increase in the risks of a wide range of chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. …”

The Study of Maternal Factors and Their Association with Risk of Preterm Birth by Alaa Al-Naama (17075063)

“…</p> <p>For glycemic status, 40 PTBs (67.8%) and 71 TBs (70.3%) were born to non-diabetic mothers, 8 PTBs (13.6%) and 24 TBs (23.7%) were born to mothers with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), 8 PTBs (13.6%) and 2 TBs (2%) were born to mothers with type 1/type 2 diabetes mellitus (DMI/DMII), and 3 PTBs (5.1%) and 4 TBs (4%) were of unknown diabetes status.…”

Mixed siliciclastic-carbonate-evaporite sedimentation in an arid eolian landscape: The Khor Al Adaid tide-dominated coastal embayment, Qatar by John M., Rivers

“…The overall landward increase in salinity is accompanied by a decrease in the diversity of benthic fauna and their skeletal remains. …”
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"Development of Authentic Annual and Seasonal Lightning Thunderstorms Day Maps for Saudi Arabia" by Shwehdi, M. H.

“…The southern region in general, and especially the cities of Abha, Taif and Al-Baha, has shown greater numbers of thunderstorm days all year round. …”
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"Thunderstorm distribution and frequency in Saudi Arabia" by Shwehdi, M. H.

“…The southern region in general, and especially the cities of Abha, Taif and Al-Baha, has shown greater numbers of thunderstorm days all year round. …”
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The Impact of a Computerized Potassium Alert on Adverse Drug Events and Pharmacists' Interventions by Mansour, Hanine

“…Methods: An alert was built into the pharmacy computer system, which warned pharmacists about a potassium level greater than 5.1 mEq/L when processing an order that could increase potassium. …”
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Rebound effects undermine carbon footprint reduction potential of autonomous electric vehicles by Nuri C. Onat (14779093)

“…<p dir="ltr">Autonomous vehicles offer greater passenger convenience and improved fuel efficiency. …”

An investigation into links between UAE STI Policy and the Federal Universities STEM Majors’ Enrolments, Graduates and Research Development: an evidence-based exploration of the im... by Khreibi, Rima Abou

“…Zayed University-Dubai had greater STEM majors’ enrolments compared to Zayed University-Abu Dhabi. …”
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Arab female and male perceptions of factors facilitating and inhibiting their physical activity: Findings from a qualitative study in the Middle East by Tam Truong Donnelly (4264201)

“…In Qatar, the incidence rates of CVDs, diabetes, colon, and breast cancer have been rising rapidly. …”

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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A customised fetal growth and birthweight standard for Qatar: a population-based cohort study by Thomas Farrell (3933833)

“…The main pathological factors were preexisting diabetes (increase by +175.7 g) and smoking (decrease by −190.9 g). …”

Impact of inflammation, gene variants, and cigarette smoking on coronary artery disease risk by Merhi, Mahmoud

“…Logistic regression was performed to investigate the association of smoking and selected susceptibility variants in the LT pathway including ALOX5AP, LTA4H, LTC4S, PON1, and LTA as well as CYP1A1 on CAD risk while controlling for age, gender, BMI, family history, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Results rs4769874 (ALOX5AP), rs854560 (PON1), and rs4646903 (CYP1A1 MspI polymorphism) are significantly associated with an increased risk of CAD with respective odds ratios of 1.53703, 1.67710, and 1.35520; the genetic variant rs9579646 (ALOX5AP) is significantly associated with a decreased risk of CAD (OR 0.76163). …”
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Metformin inhibits 2D and 3D motility in astrocytoma cancer cells. (c2014) by Hassan, Marwa Fouad Al

“…Metformin is an oral anti-hyperglycemic agent in the biguanide class which lowers blood glucose concentrations and has been used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Metformin is highly used in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), premature puberty, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). …”
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The Association Between Estrogen‐Containing Oral Contraceptive Pills and Hypothyroidism by Lama Alkahlout (22392196)

“…Other variables, such as age, ethnicity, and diabetes status, were not associated with SHBG levels. …”

Postprandial lipaemia 10 and 34 hours after playing football: Does playing frequency affect the response? by Darren J. Paul (6905450)

“…Performing three consecutive days of football exercise may offer no greater protective effect for postprandial TG before a period of reduced activity, compared to a single session.…”

The Era of Precision Nutrition in the Field of Reproductive Health and Pregnancy by Fatima Ahmad (14145264)

“…Poor nutrition plays a negative role in shaping the health and development of both the mother and the baby, as it can induce various metabolic disorders, including obesity and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). The latter is thought to be highly associated with an increased risk of preterm birth, preeclampsia and neurodevelopmental as well as cognitive disorders in offspring.…”

Predictors of mortality and morbidity in critically ill COVID‐19 patients: An experience from a low mortality country by Mohamad Y. Khatib (11659459)

“…The median (IQR) age of patients was 50 (41–59) years. Diabetes (47.3%) and hypertension (42.6%) were the most common comorbidities. …”