Browsing QUARFE 2020 by Publication Date
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Factors Influencing Reading News on the Mobile Devices in Qatar in Light of Augmented Reality (AR) & Virtual Reality (VR)
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine and better understand the factors influencing reading news on the mobile devices in Qatar from the viewpoint of intention to adopt augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality ... -
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) ... -
Antibiotics Prescription Patterns In Primary Health Care In Qatar A Population Based Study From 2017 To 2018
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Antibiotics are antimicrobial drug used in the treatment and prevention of bacterial infections. They played a pivotal role in achieving major advances in medicine and surgery (1). Yet, due to increased and ... -
A Novel Modified Switched Inductor Boost Converter with Reduced Switch Voltage Stress
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)DC-DC power converters are necessary to step-up the voltage or current with high conversion ratio for many applications e.g. photovoltaic and fuel cell energy conversion, uninterruptible power supply, DC microgrid, automobile, ... -
Development of in-situ sensors for CO2 to fuel process
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Conversion of CO2 into fuel is an interesting and promising field. However, the conversion yield is hard to measure during the conversion process. Here, we have developed two techniques to measure the amount of CO2 while ... -
Muscle Strength and Glycaemic Control among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: The prevalence of diabetes has been rising sharply since 1980, reaching 422 million cases worldwide in 2014. Physical activity and handgrip strength may be associated with good glycaemic control among patients ... -
Investigating the effect of hyperglycemia on embryonic heart development using the chick embryo model
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Congenital heart defects (CHDs) represent the most common form of human birth defects. Maternal diabetes increases the risk of CHD by 3-5 folds. During heart development, little is known about the effects of high blood ... -
في مدارس دولة قطر من وجهة نظر معلميهم (TIMSS) أسباب تدني نتائج طلبة الصف الرابع في الاختبارات الدولية
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)في الوقت الحالي أولى المجتمع اهتماما كبير بموضوع اختبارات قياس الأداء الدولية مثل اختبارات التيمز فعملية التقييم أو القياس تعد من أهم العمليات التي تحتاجها كل دولة. والتي تعنى بتجميع البيانات والإحصاءات لتكون بمثابة مؤشر ... -
Pretreatment of cyanobacterial Chroococcidiopsis. biomass prior to hydrothermal liquefaction for enhanced hydrocarbon yield and energy recovery
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Chroococcidiopsis sp. was grown in 200 L open raceway pond. Biomass density and average biomass productivity were 0.41 g/L and 16.1 g/m2/d. Chroococcidiopsis biomass was harvested by self-settling. Self settled biomass was ... -
The effect of subsidies on healthful consumption: Systematic review and data synthesis
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Prevalence of obesity and overweight has risen to the level of an epidemic. Health policy makers are seeking evidence-based solutions to this problem. This study reviews evidence on the subsidization of healthy ... -
Assessment of Metal Organic Framework as Potential Drug Carriers in Cardiovascular Diseases
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are considered the major cause of death worldwide. Therapeutic delivery to the cardiovascular system may play an important role in the successful treatment of a variety of CVDs, ... -
A Decision Analytical Model Investigating Cost-Effectiveness of Erlotinib
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: A decision analytical model investigating cost-effectiveness of Erlotinib was submitted to the UK NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence), which was not based on actual health-state transition ... -
Cellulose microfibers (CMFs) reinforced smart self-healing polymeric composite coatings for corrosion protection of steel
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)The use of organic coating for the metals has been widely being used to protect the surface against corrosion. Polymeric coating incorporated with Nanocontainers loaded with inhibitor and self-healing provides better ... -
Development and in Vitro Testing of a Nitric Oxide Nanoparticle Carrier for Acute Lung Injury
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is an infectious clinical condition in which gas exchange inside the airways and alveoli are disturbed. Fluid filled lungs need to be mechanically ventilated for airway ... -
The effect of Renin angiotensin system blockers versus calcium channel blockers on progression towards hypertensive chronic kidney disease: A comprehensive systematic review based on Randomized controlled trials
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Decline in estimated Glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is associated with further progression of chronic kidney disease. Evidence suggests that Renin Angiotensin System blockers (RAS), which can be angiotensin-receptor ... -
The Profile of Hepatic Gene Expression of Glucose Metabolism in Mice on High Fat Diet
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Obesity is a growing problem worldwide, and recent data indicated that 20% of the populations would be obese. Obesity arises as a multifactorial disease caused by inherited traits that interact with lifestyle factors such ... -
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. ... -
Approaches to achieve sustainable use and management of groundwater resources in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)This paper reviews the hydro-geochemical characterization of Qatar's aquifer. In addition, it highlights the opportunities in the current groundwater management practices to achieve a sustainable groundwater use in Qatar ... -
DFT-MD dissolution of oilfield pyrite scale using borax
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Oilfield scales including pyrite form in oil and gas pipelines, underground tubing, and surface equipment thus blocking the flow of fluids and hindering production. Hence, the need for the development of ... -
The Association Between Health Information Seeking and Behavior Change Related to Physical Activity among Qatari Adolescents
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Objectives: This study aimed at exploring health information seeking behavior among Qatari adolescents and assessing the influence of information obtained from different sources on PA behavior change. In addition, the study ...
