Browsing QUARFE 2020 by Title
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The Use of Drosophila Melanogaster as A Model Organism To Study The Effect Of Innate Immunity On Metabolism
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Apart from its traditional role in disease control, recent body of evidence has implicated a role of the immune system in regulating metabolic homeostasis. Owing to the importance of this “immune-metabolic alignment” ... -
The use of Principle Component Analysis and MALDI-TOF MS for the differentiation of mineral forming Virgibacillus and Bacillus species isolated from Sabkhas.
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Occurrence of mineral forming and other bacteria in mats is well demonstrated. However, their high diversity shown by ribotyping was not explained, although could explain the diversity of formed minerals. Common biomarkers ... -
Thermal Stability of 0.9% Sodium Chloride IV Fluid exposed to Short- and Long-Term Extreme Conditions
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Purpose: 0.9% sodium chloride IV fluid (normal saline) is critical in a clinical setting and may save lives. Data on thermal stability of normal saline, in out-of-hospital settings, are lacking. The purpose of this study ... -
Thermal, electrical, and sensing properties of composite material from environmental and industrial wastage
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)This work is an endeavour to contemplate a valueadded conductive plastic composite material derived as recycled plastic depending on Polyethylene (PP)/carbon black. We choose to add Carbon black (CB) as a filler material ... -
Toxicity assessment of treated sewage effluent using the zebrafish embryo model
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: In a context of tremendous economic value, the management and protection of water resources in Qatar has long been a significant issue as part of the global wastewater management plan. The process is based on ... -
Toxicity Evaluation of Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine Surfactant on Embryonic Development of Zebrafish
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Surfactants best known for their use in the industry of detergents, household products, and cosmetics. Usually, the amount of released surfactants into the environment is diluted during secondary water treatment. ... -
Undergraduate student research
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: The United Nations launched the Sustainable Development Goals in 2015. One of these goals describes achieving a Universal Health Coverage by 2030. This signifies workforce planning in healthcare professions ... -
Unraveling Gene Expression Profiles of Cardiac Genes That Participate in Embryonic Development of Congenital Heart Defects Using Chick Embryo
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) is a rare but serious subtype of congenital heart defects (CHDs) at which the hemodynamics are disturbed. In this project, HLHS was introduced surgically by left atrial ligation (LAL) ... -
Using Synthetic Resins for Removal of Emulsified Oil from Produced Water.
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)In this study, adsorption of emulsified oil in produced water was experimented using synthetic resins. Adsorbent dosage, contact time, initial oil concentration, and PH were the main key parameters evaluated for Optipore ... -
Validation of FFQ Against Food Records for Vitamin D in Qatar Population
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: The measurement of vitamin D nutritional status through dietary assessment is a cost effective method. Food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) is usually validated against food records (FR). There is no vitamin D ... -
Validation of Selected Commercial Serological Assays for Diagnosis of COVID-19
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)As researchers around the globe rush to put the available antibody tests to use, concerns have been raised about their precision. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the performance of selected commercial & automated ... -
Virtual Reality Module Depicting Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection as Educational Tool to Reduce Antibiotic Resistant Hospital-Acquired Bacterial Infections
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are used as simulation models in student-patient interactive medical education and shown to enhance learning outcomes. The rise in global burden of infectious ... -
Virtual screening of anti-viral drugs and natural compounds for potential inhibition of the novel SARS-CoV-2 spike receptor-binding domain
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: The spike (S) protein of SARS-CoV-2 harbors the receptor-binding domain (RBD) that mediates the virus's entry to host cells. The aim of this study was to identify novel inhibitors that target the RBD domain of ... -
VISUALIZATION OF FACTOR VIII WITH FLOW-CYTOMETRY AS A TOOL FOR NOVEL GENE THERAPY APPROACH IN HEMOPHILIA A
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Haemophilia A is a genetic X-linked disorder, characterized by coagulation Factor VIII (FVIII) deficiency and leading to pathological bleedings. The disease occurs in a rate of 1 in 5000 males' births. The treatment is ... -
Vitamin D is associated with improved lung function but not with asthma, emphysema and bronchitis
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Hypovitaminosis D has been linked to several non-bone related diseases. Relation between serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)] and lung function and lung diseases has received less attention. Methods: Data from 3 ... -
Vulnerabilities of the SARS-CoV-2 virus to proteotoxicity - opportunity for repurposed chemotherapy of COVID-19 infection
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)The global pandemic of COVID-19 disease caused by infection with the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, has produce an urgent requirement and search for improved treatments whilst effective vaccines are developed. A strategy for ... -
Welfare Index of Migrant Workers: The Case Of Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)In December 2010, Qatar won the rights to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup games. The announcement came with increasing pressure from international human rights organizations, media and other groups for Qatar to reform its ... -
West Nile Virus Seroprevalence Among Qatari And Immigrant Populations Within Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: West Nile Virus (WNV) is one of the most widely spread arboviruses worldwide and a highly significant pathogen in humans and animals. Despite frequent outbreaks and endemic transmission being reported in the ... -
Wind energy potential along the onshore and offshore Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Wind energy is one among the clean and renewable energy resources. The utilization of non-conventional energies over the conventional sources helps to reduce the carbon emissions significantly. The present study aims at ... -
Within-host diversity of SARS-CoV-2 in COVID-19 patients with variable disease severities
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: The ongoing pandemic of SARS-COV-2 has already infected more than eight million people worldwide. The majority of COVID-19 patients are either asymptomatic or have mild symptoms. Yet, about 15% of the cases ...