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Evaluation of antiviral activity of Manuka honey against SARS-CoV-2.

Elbashir, Israa; Aisha Nasser J M Al-Saei, Aisha; Thornalley, Paul; Rabbani, Naila ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Background and aims: In 2020 a global pandemic was declared caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). The pandemic is still ongoing and continues to cause considerable mortality and morbidity ...

Soluble ACE2 and Angiotensin II levels Modulated in Hypertensive COVID-19 Patients treated with different Antihypertension Drugs

Yalcin, Huseyin C.; Elrayess, Mohamed A; Al-Jighefee, Hadeel T; Al-Ruweidi, Mahmoud Khatib A. A.; Almuraikhy, Shamma; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Hypertension is a major risk factor and common comorbidity among severe Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients. Prominent antihypertensive drugs, such as angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ACEi) and angiotensin ...

The prevalence of adaptive immunity to COVID-19 and reinfection after recovery - a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis of 12 011 447 individuals

Alshibly, Rafal; Shalaby, Rana; Musa, Omran A. H.; Hindy, George; Islam, Nazmul; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Research purpose: The research aims to estimate the prevalence of detectable SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, T and B memory cells after recovery, to determine the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 reinfection, and to investigate the protective ...

Association between pre-existing conditions and hospitalization, intensive care services and mortality from COVID-19 - a cross sectional analysis of an international global health data repository

Elsayed, Basant Moustafa; Altarawneh, Lina; Doi, Suhail; Chivese, Tawanda ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Objective: To investigate the association between pre-existing conditions and hospitalization, need for intensive care services (ICU) and mortality due to COVID-19. Methods: We used data on all cases recorded in the Global ...

The risk of severe COVID-19 and mortality from COVID-19 in people living with HIV compared to individuals without HIV - a systematic review and meta-analysis of 1 268 676 individuals.

Arif, Rida; Abdelmaksoud, Asmaa; Mapahla, Lovemore; Chinhenzva, Albert; Islam, Nazmul; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Research Purpose: Findings from existing studies have shown conflicting evidence concerning the risk of severe COVID-19 and death from COVID-19 in people living with HIV (PLHIV) compared to people without HIV. The aim of ...

Development and Productive use of Virtual Pandemic Awareness Course during COVID-19 Outbreak to Stimulate STEM Curiosity in High School Students

Alkhair, Shahad; Elhawary, Enas; ali, ruba; Siby, Nitha; Aledamat, Rania; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

In early 2020 when Covid-19 hit the globe, it caused significant destruction to the educational process. Schools were shut down, teachers and students struggled to adapt to the new method of learning. Meanwhile, Students ...

Social Attitudes, Behavior, and Consequences surrounding COVID-19 in Qatar: Findings from a Large-scale Online Survey

Gengler, Justin; Lari, Noora; Al-Khelaifi, Buthaina; Al Thani, Maryam F.; El-Kassem, Rima Charbaji; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Amid the outbreak of the contagious novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), states were put in an unprecedented situation never encountered before. Qatari authorities applied certain preventive measures to contain the spread of the ...

Detection of antinuclear antibodies targeting intracellular signal transduction, metabolism, apoptotic processes and cell death in critical COVID-19 patients

Fakhroo, Aisha; Ali, Fatma; Nasrallah, Gheyath K.; Marr, Nico; Yassine, Hadi Mohamad ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Background: The heterogeneity of COVID-19 lies within its diverse symptoms and severity, ranging from mild to lethal. Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) has been shown to be the leading cause of mortality in COVID-19 ...

Artificial Intelligence assisted Prediction of COVID-19 Hotspots in Third Wave using EHTERAZ

Ahmed, Mustafa; Houkan, Mohammed; Sadasivuni, Kishor Kumar ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

The present study conceptualizes fusion of artificial intelligence and contract tracking mobile application for predicting the COVID-19 hot spots. The findings suggest that mobile technology can be used to provide real-time ...

Exploring QU Health Students' Experiences of Burnout, Anxiety, and Empathy during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Mixed Method Study

Sulaiman, Ruba; Ismail, Sara; ElHajj, Maguy; Shraim, Mujahed; Kane, Tanya; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Background Students' mental health is a growing concern. COVID-19 pandemic resulted in academic and non-academic challenges which caused students' burnout, anxiety, and reduced empathy. Objectives The study objectives were ...