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Site-Specific Traffic Loading Estimation Challenges in Structural Pavement Design Process in Qatar: A Case Study
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Qatar Univesrity Press
, 2020 , Conference Paper)
Upon the design of any pavement structure, three fundamental external design
parameters have to be considered throughout the design process: the characteristics of
the subgrade, traffic loads, and environmental conditions. ...
The New Construction Approach Adapted by Ashghal for the Public Projects in Qatar
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Qatar Univesrity Press
, 2020 , Conference Paper)
"The purpose of this paper is to review the new strategy adapted by Ashghal to implement
lean construction in Qatar to improve project performance and predictability of delivery.
This is a significant change programme ...
Project Risk Based Evaluation for Infrastructure Works in Qatar: Highway Projects
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Qatar Univesrity Press
, 2020 , Conference Paper)
The implementation of a project for infrastructure works such as highways, bridges,
flyovers, underpasses, tunnels, etc. can be complexed and unique. This has always
required a proper project management system that ...
Resource Recovery from Waste, Water and Wastewaters with Membrane Technologies
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Qatar Univesrity Press
, 2020 , Conference Paper)
In this study, critical elements (Boron (B) and Rare Earth Elements (REE)) recovery is
studied with membrane technologies. Concentrated boron can be recovered by using
different technologies. Membrane technologies such as ...
Constructability and Economical Comparison Between Two Proposed Permanent Shoring Systems in Qatar: A Case Study
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Qatar Univesrity Press
, 2020 , Conference Paper)
This paper introduces the constructability and economic feasibility study of using one
of the proposed two types of permanent shoring system for a highway project in Qatar.
The cast-in-situ cantilever retaining wall and ...
An Analytical Review of Sustainable Green Buildings in Qatar: Implementations in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Sector
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Qatar Univesrity Press
, 2020 , Conference Paper)
Sustainable buildings and related construction techniques are becoming increasingly
recognized within the urban planning development in Qatar. The study aims to develop
an analytical review of sustainable green projects ...
Flood Risk Assessment and Protection Guidelines for Infrastructure Planning in Qatar
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Qatar Univesrity Press
, 2020 , Conference Paper)
This paper presents key features of "Flood Assessment and Protection Guidelines" (FAPG) prepared by the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME), Qatar. It is intended that the FAPG will provide guidance and assistance ...
Bivalent mRNA-1273.214 vaccine effectiveness against SARS-CoV-2 omicron XBB* infections
(2023 , Article)
In October of 2022, Qatar introduced COVID-19 bivalent vaccination for persons ≥ 12 years using the 50-μg mRNA-1273.214 vaccine combining SARS-CoV-2 ancestral and omicron BA.1 strains.1 We estimated this vaccine’s effectiveness ...
A scoping review of the risk factors and strategies followed for the prevention of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases during sports mass gatherings: Recommendations for future FIFA World Cups
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Frontiers Media S.A.
, 2023 , Article)
Objective: Sports mass gatherings of people pose particular concerns and place an additional burden on the host countries and the countries of origin of the travelers. It is imperative to identify how countries dealt with ...
Qatar’s primary health care medication home delivery service: A response toward COVID-19
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taylor and francis
, 2021 , Article)
The COVID-19 pandemic has strained health care systems around the world. Pharmacists have made substantial contributions to the health care operations during the COVID-19 response. The Pharmacy Department at Qatar Primary ...