Pharmacy Research: Recent submissions
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Thrombotic adverse events reported for Moderna, Pfizer and Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines: comparison of occurrence and clinical outcomes in the EudraVigilance database
( MDPI , 2021 , Article)Thrombotic adverse events reported for Moderna, Pfizer and Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines: comparison of occurrence and clinical outcomes in the EudraVigilance database -
Effect of Water-Pipe Smoking on the Normal Development of Zebrafish
( MDPI , 2021 , Article)Background: Among all types of tobacco consumption,Water-Pipe Smoking (WPS) is the most widely used in the Middle East and second-most in several other countries. The effect of WPS on normal development is not yet fully ... -
Creation of an inventory of quality markers used to evaluate pharmacokinetic literature: A systematic review
( Wiley , 2021 , Article Review)What is known and objective: Robust critical appraisal tools for clinical pharmacokinetic studies are limited. Before development of such a tool is possible, quality markers (items deemed important for credibility of study ... -
A Comparative Study of High-intensity Rosuvastatin Versus Atorvastatin Therapy Post-acute Coronary Syndrome Using Real-world Data
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)A high-intensity statin is recommended for the secondary prevention of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). However, real-world evidence of the effectiveness of rosuvastatin following acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is scarce. ... -
Emerging innate biological properties of nano-drug delivery systems: A focus on PAMAM dendrimers and their clinical potential
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Drug delivery systems or vectors are usually needed to improve the bioavailability and effectiveness of a drug through improving its pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics at an organ, tissue or cellular level. However, emerging ... -
Pilot Evaluation of the “Practice Educators’ Academy” Preceptor Development Program for Continuing Health Professional Education Programs in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)"The Practice Educators' Academy Program" is an innovative educational intervention developed following a preceptor-focused needs assessment. This study evaluated the program's effect on self-efficacy and knowledge amongst ... -
Anticancer activity of Neosetophomone B, A Fungal Secondary Metabolite, against Hematological Malignancies
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Cancer is one of the most life threatening diseases, causing nearly 13% death in the worldwide. Leukemia, cancer of the hematopoetic cells is the main cause of cancer death in adults and children. Therapeutic agents used ... -
Effect of Pharmacogenetic-Based Decision Support Tools in Improving Depression Outcomes: A Systematic Review
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Introduction: Evidence supporting pharmacogenetic (PGX) tests utility in depression is scarce. The main objectives of this study were to summarize, update, and assess the quality of the available evidence regarding PGX ... -
Trends of use of SGLT2 inhibitors in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) represents a growing health challenge in Qatar and worldwide. T2DM is associated with a high risk of cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and mortality, and progression of renal disease. ... -
Elaeagnus Angustifolia extract inhabits cell invasion of human colorectal cancer cells and increases the survival rate of the Drosophila colon cancer model
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Colorectal cancer (CRC), the third most common type of cancer in the world, is an aggressive type of cancer with high tendency to metastasize and invade to other tissues and distant organs. Traditional CRC treatment regimen ... -
Examination of Job Satisfaction, Achievements, and Employment Preparedness among College of Pharmacy Alumni: A Study From Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Background: Job satisfaction in healthcare is of special interest as has a direct relation with the quality of care provided to patients. It is affected by several factors including the nature of the work, level of educational ... -
Exploring QU Health Students' Experiences of Burnout, Anxiety, and Empathy during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Mixed Method Study
( 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 ... -
An Examination of the Employment Preparedness, Job Satisfaction, and Impact in the Workplace of Qatar University Pharmacy Alumni: A Mixed Methods Study
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Introduction: The level of alumni's job satisfaction and preparedness has been found to affect the impact in the workplace. Little is known about alumni's employment experience in Qatar. Objective: The aim of this study ... -
Content Validation of an Algorithm for the Assessment, Management and Monitoring of Drug-Induced QTc Prolongation in the Psychiatric Population
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Background: QTc interval prolongation leads to serious complications, making it a concern for clinicians. Assessing the risk of QTc interval prolongation in the psychiatric population is important, as they are exposed to ... -
Burnout and Resilience in Community Pharmacists in Qatar during the COVID-19 Pandemic: a Cross Sectional Study
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Objective: The main aim of this study is to illustrate the prevalence of burnout and resilience among community pharmacists in Qatar during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study design that included ... -
Understanding COVID-19-related Burnout in Qatar's Community Pharmacists using the Job Demands-Resources Theory
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Community pharmacists are one of the most accessible front-liners against the COVID-19 pandemic. Whilst playing a vital role in medication supply and patient education, exposure to pandemic demands and prolonged stressors ... -
Development of Novel Chalcone Analogs as Potential Multi-Targeted Therapies for Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Prostate cancer (PCa) is the second most frequently diagnosed malignancy, as well as a leading cause of cancer-related mortality in men globally. Despite the initial response to hormonal targeted therapy, the majority of ... -
Reno-protective Effect of Angiotensin Receptor Blocker in Spontaneously Hypertensive Rat Models: A Systematic Review
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Background Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is highly prevalent among hypertensive population. Previous date from studies and experiments have confirmed the reno-protective effect and tolerability of angiotensin receptor ... -
Identification of a miRNA signature as a diagnostic and prognostic marker in renal cell carcinoma
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) is the most common subtype of renal cell carcinoma (RCC). If diagnosed in later stages, ccRCC is associated with high renal cancer related morbidity and poor prognosis. Recently, ... -
Protein Tyrosine Phosphatase (PTP) 1B Inhibition Improves Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress-Induced Apoptosis and Impaired Angiogenic Response in Endothelial Cells
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Insulin is not only important for glucose homeostasis, but also plays a critical role in the activation of endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to synthesize nitric oxide (NO) and keeping the endothelium functional. ...
