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Catalytic decomposition of ethanol over bimetallic NiCo catalysts for carbon nanotube synthesis
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)In this work we investigate the use of NiCo bimetal/oxide as catalyst for hydrogen production from ethanol, with a focus on the deactivation pattern and the nature of the observed carbon deposition [1, 2]. It is well known ... -
Catalytic Oxidation Of Petroleum Waxy Distillates
( Qatar University , 1994 , Article)The catalytic oxidation of petroleum waxy distillate (boiling range 400 - 440°C at 760 nun Hg) using KMn04 catalyst and air was studied in a batch reactor. The effect of reaction temperature (100-160°C), air flow rate ... -
The Category 'D' Reconsidered
( Qatar University , 1999 , Article)This study deals with the categorial status of a set of words known as 'determiners' and the features encoded in them. We argue, following a suggestion in Chomsky, 1975, that 'Optimality' conditions on grammar require ... -
Causes For Delays In Construction Projects In Kuwait
( Qatar University , 2002 , Article)The paper presents a study based on a research that analyzes and ranks the causes of delays in building and housing type projects undertaken by governmental agencies in Kuwait. The study was based on a survey with the ... -
Celebrating Culture - Literary Communities of Practice in Doha
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Our paper focuses on the role of arts and culture in Doha. More specifically, we examine literary circles in Doha (both Arab and English speaking) and regard them as 'communities of practice.' According to Etienne Wenger, ... -
Cellulose - Decomposing Fungi From Saudi Arabian Soils
( Qatar University , 1996 , Article)Thirty fungal species belonging to fifteen genera were collected from 30 soil samples on cellulose Czapek agar. The highest number of fungal species was isolated from Dammam (20 species) followed by Niomas (18 species), ... -
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 ... -
Ceramics As Materials Of Construction
( Qatar University , 1988 , Article)This paper attempts to review the limitations for using the important ceramics in contact with corrosive media. Different types of ceramics are included. Corrosion properties of ceramics and their electrical properties are ... -
CFIUS post-Ralls: Ramifications for Sovereign Wealth Funds
( Bloomsbury Qatar Foundation Journals , 2015 , Article)Global capital is on the move and sovereign wealth funds, with significant assets, are uniquely positioned to take advantage of the increase in mergers and acquisitions activity, especially in the United States. At the ... -
Challenges and Perspectives on Resilient Collaboration for Building Information Modelling (BIM) Education in the GCC Context
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Building Information Modelling (BIM) is revolutionizing the construction industry and education through digitization. The construction industry expects higher institutions to create graduate students that are BIM-aware and ... -
Challenges Facing Building Information Modelling in Construction Industry in Sudan
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a valuable and promising approach in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry, which is gradually gaining acceptance by owners, architects, engineers, and contractors ... -
Challenges for Higher Education in Crisis Stricken Times – The Effects of Covid-19 in Preparing Universities for Future
( دار نشر جامعة قطر , 2020 , Article)This viewpoint analyses the status and transformation of Higher Education institutions during unpredicted great challenges such as the current Covid-19, which disrupted most of the economies on the planet. The changes ... -
Challenges for the Use of Local Materials in Unbound Road Subbase in Qatar
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Current practice in Qatar is to blend local limestone with dune sand for use in unbound pavement applications. Dune sand is used to improve the properties of fine aggregate and compliance with the QCS 2014 requirements of ... -
Challenging Hydraulic Aspects of MPSO Project, Qatar's Showcase for Storm Water Outfall
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The purpose of the Musaimeer Pump Station and Outfall (MPSO) project is to receive storm water runoff and groundwater flows from the Abu Hamour Tunnel and to provide a pumping station, a 10 km marine outfall tunnel and a ... -
Champions of protection? A Text-as-data analysis of the bilateral investment treaties of GCC countries
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Article)Through the lens of state-of-the-art text-as-data techniques, this article examines the bilateral investment treaty (BIT) practice of the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The analysis unveils two critical ... -
Changes In Biomass Gain, Protein Content And Hormonal Levels In Wheat Kernels In Response To Soil Drench With Sodium Salicylate
( Qatar University , 1992 , Article)Drenching of soil with sodim salycylate (800,4000 and 8000mg/l) increased grain f. wt. and d. wt. Protein content was increased in grains at days 23 and 60 with 800 mg/1 salicylate. With higher doses "4000 and 8000mg/l ... -
Changes in carbohydrate and nitrogen fractions during germination of fenugreek (Trigonellafoenum-graecum L.) seeds presoaked in GA3, growing under different osmotic potentials
( Qatar University , 1997 , Article)Changes in carbohydrate and nitrogen fractions during seed germination of fenugreek under water stress and GA^ treatment were investigated. The germination percentage was reduced with the decrease in the osmotic potential ... -
Changes in Copepod Community Structure in Response to Land-Based Activities along Alexandria Coastline, Mediterranean Sea
( Qatar University , 2000 , Article)Along the coastal water of Alexandria, Copepods were collected from four different areas subjected to agricultural/industrial mixed discharge, primary treated sewage flow, industrial effluent and agricultural runoff to ... -
Changes in Dietary Habits and Eating Behaviors during COVID-19 Induced Confinement
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)The purpose of this study was to evaluate the dietary habits (DH) and eating behaviors (EB) among adults during COVID19-induced confinement. For this purpose, an online survey designed to assess the change in DH and EB ... -
Changes in Soluble Sugars and Proline in Seedlings of A local Wheat Cultivar (Doha) Due to the Salt Stress and Temperature
( Qatar University , 2006 , Article)Germination of grains, and changes in the soluble sugars and proline due to salt stress under three temperatures in the germinating grains, of the local wheat cultivar (Doha) were studied. This cultivar proved resistant ...