The Mathematical Modeling, Diffusivity, Energy, and Enviro-Economic Analysis (MD3E) of an Automatic Solar Dryer for Drying Date Fruits by Khaled A. Metwally (19852284)

“…The moisture diffusivity coefficient values, determined using Fick’s second law of diffusion model, ranged from 7.14 × 10−12 m²/s to 2.17 × 10−11 m²/s. Among the twelve thin-layer mathematical models, we chose the best thin drying model based on a higher R² and lower χ² and RMSE. …”

Clinical reappraisal of the composite international diagnostic interview version 3.3 in Qatar's National Mental Health Study by Salma M. Khaled (13847737)

“…Recalibration of the short‐form PCL‐5 removed an initially significant difference in PTSD prevalence with the full PCL‐5 (from X²₁= 610.5, <i>p</i> < 0.001 to X²₁= 2.5, <i>p</i> = 0.110) while also increasing AU‐ROC from 0.76 to 0.81.…”

Fungal contamination and mycotoxins in aquafeed and tissues of aquaculture fishes and their biological control by Abdulfattah Bashorun (16810668)

“…There was a moderate fungal load in the aquafeed with 1.30 × 10² ± 2.6 × 10² (mean ± SD) CFU/g with high contribution of Aspergillus and Penicillium fungi. …”

On the molecular properties of graphene-pyrazines conjugated Ru and Fe complexes: Computational insights by Abdulilah Dawoud Bani-Yaseen (14152812)

“…We present in this study computational investigations on selected molecular properties graphene-based heterogenized molecular complexes of the (2,2′-bipyridyl)-metal complexes, [M(bpy)₃]²⁺ (M = Fe, Ru). …”

Validation of the geometric equivalent field concept in total scatter factor calculations, for half‐, quarter‐ and off‐isocenter asymmetric square fields by Mohammad Samir Hmodi (17746776)

“…</p><h2>Methods</h2><p dir="ltr">Square half‐fields (SHF_s), square quarter‐fields (SQF_s) and square off‐isocenter fields (SOF_s), with sizes ranging from 3×3 cm² to 20×20 cm² were created, by varying the collimator jaws of two Varian iX Linacs (6/18 and 6/23 MV). …”

Self-reported awareness and attitude of cancer patients towards clinical nurse coordinators by Deeb, Ahmad

“…Results: The overall percentage mean scores ± standard deviation of knowledge was 59 ± 17, perception towards clinical nurse coordinators (79 ± 14) and attitude towards seeking their services (69 ± 16). Linear regression showed that participants on chemotherapy had significantly better perception (higher scores) compared to participants on concurrent therapies (β = -3.91, p = .049). …”
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Optimisation of exhaust emissions, vibration, and noise of unmodified diesel engine fuelled with canola biodiesel-diesel blends with natural gas addition by using response surface... by Ceyla Özgür (21323615)

“…At optimum input parameters (CNG addition = 9.24 L/min, biodiesel blend ratio = 40%, engine speed = 1524.24 rpm), the optimum engine responses of NO_x, CO, CO₂, O₂, engine vibration acceleration, and noise were 93.77 ppm, 438.05 ppm, 1.47%, 18.59%, 37.17 m/s² and 91.34 dB[A], respectively. In terms of coefficient determination of R², the values were 99.11%, 99.22%, 99.41%, 99.70%, 98.65%, and 98.60% respectively. …”

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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Optical and experimental evaluation of a directly irradiated solar reactor for the catalytic dry reforming of methane by Tayseir M. Abdellateif (17380381)

“…The new reactor was designed using Monte-Carlo ray-tracing modeling and evaluated experimentally using a commercial Ni-based catalyst. In brief, the reacting gas mixture (CH₄:CO₂ − 5 %: 5 %) was fed into the reactor at weight gas hourly space velocities of around 17–58 l h⁻¹ g⁻¹ and three different temperature levels (550 °C, 650 °C, and 800 °C). …”

Seasonal and spatial variations in concentration, diversity, and antibiotic resistance of ambient bioaerosols in an arid region by Bilal Sajjad (17017749)

“…Spatial and seasonal variations significantly impacted microbial concentrations, with the highest average concentrations observed at 514 ± 77 CFU/m³ for bacteria over the dry-hot summer season and 134 ± 31 CFU/m³ for fungi over the mild winter season. …”

Integrated solar-powered freeze desalination and water electrolysis system with energy recovery and storage for sustainable agriculture in desert environments by Nurettin Sezer (14778217)

“…The<u> integrated system</u> is modeled and analyzed based on thermodynamic principles, and results demonstrated the daily capacity of producing 52.8 m³ freshwater, 6.3 MWh air conditioning, 177 kg hydrogen, and 2.4 MWh electricity using 10,785m² bifacial <u>photovoltaics system</u>. …”

Drying kinetics and thermo-environmental analysis of a PV-operated tracking indirect solar dryer for tomato slices by Abdallah Elshawadfy Elwakeel (19852263)

“…During the study of DK, nine drying models and chose the best based on higher R² and lower χ² and RMSE are used. …”

Effects of habitat complexity on the abundance, species richness and size of darkling beetles (Tenebrionidae) in artificial vegetation by Bartholomew, Aaron

“…Increasing complexity appeared to lead to decreasing beetle widths. 9 beetle species were relatively rare in, or absent from, the higher complexity treatments, including 5 of the 6 largest species. 2 rare, small beetle species were only found in higher complexity treatments. …”
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Using Data Mining and Text Mining Techniques in Predicting the Price of Real Estate Properties in Dubai by Khashan, Deena Younis Abo

“…It is found that the results of linear regression prediction have been improved significantly after adding text mining to the experiments. …”
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Novel Synonymous Variant in<i> IL7R</i> Causes Preferential Expression of the Soluble Isoform by Rafah Mackeh (14151225)

“…This case demonstrates the value of reanalyzing genetic data based on the clinical phenotype and highlights the significance of functional studies in determining the pathogenicity of genetic variants.…”

A review of water and energy efficient cooling systems: A case of air to water harvesting by Esraa Alsmady (21480320)

“…Dual-function systems can simultaneously produce up to 2.80 L/m²/day of fresh water while providing cooling, with hybrid configurations reducing electricity consumption by up to 60% compared to conventional systems. …”

Advanced direct air capture of CO₂ using air conditioning systems: a life cycle assessment by Namra Mir (17017734)

“…(ozone depletion), 8.889 × 10⁻⁵ kg PM2.5 eq. (particulate matter formation), and 2.051 × 10⁻³ m³ (freshwater consumption). …”

Effect of sintering temperature of NBT–6BT lead-free ceramics on the structural, ferroelectric and piezoelectric properties by Slimani, Ahmed

“…However, the density decreased significantly with increasing the calcination temperature above 850 °C due to the secondary phase formation. …”
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A customised fetal growth and birthweight standard for Qatar: a population-based cohort study by Thomas Farrell (3933833)

“…</p><h3>Methods</h3><p dir="ltr">The PEARL registry data on women delivering in Qatar (2017–2018) was used to develop a multivariable linear regression model predicting optimal birthweight. …”

Identification of potential managed aquifer recharge sites in hyper-arid environment using GIS and analytical hierarchy process by Hazrat Bilal (7367477)

“…The results indicate that a significant portion of the total land area, approximately 7,414.11 km² (64%), can potentially be utilized for MAR practices, while the remaining 36% is restricted due to various constraints, such as built-up areas, roads, agricultural lands and nationally protected areas for conservation. …”