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Dietary Trichosporon mycotoxinivoron modulates ochratoxin-A induced altered performance, hepatic and renal antioxidant capacity and tissue injury in broiler chickens
( Elsevier Ireland Ltd , 2021 , Article)Ochratoxin A (OTA), an important fungal metabolite in foods and feeds has been shown to induce oxidative stress and cellular injuries to human and animal subjects. This study was designed to investigate the mode of action ... -
Estimates of global SARS-CoV-2 infection exposure, infection morbidity, and infection mortality rates in 2020
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)We aimed to estimate, albeit crudely and provisionally, national, regional, and global proportions of respective populations that have been infected with SARS-CoV-2 in the first year after the introduction of this virus ... -
Combating immunotoxicity of aflatoxin B1 by dietary carbon supplementation in broiler chickens
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2021 , Article)Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) is a secondary metabolite of some Aspergillus species that contaminate the agricultural commodities intended for animal and human consumption. The present in vivo study aimed to evaluate activated ... -
Prevalence of toxigenic mycobiota and mycotoxins in date palm fruits and investigation on Bacillus cereus 342-2 as biocontrol agent
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2022 , Article)Date palm fruit is consumed as a highly nutritious food item particularly in the Middle East. This work was designed to investigate the occurrence of filamentous moulds, their toxins in date palm fruit samples, and explore ... -
Molecular identification and biocontrol of ochratoxigenic fungi and ochratoxin A in animal feed marketed in the state of Qatar
( Elsevier Ltd , 2023 , Article)Ochratoxin A (OTA) is a toxic fungal metabolite produced by some Aspergillus and Penicillium species. This work was designed to explore the presence of OTA and ochratoxigenic fungi in feed grains marketed in Qatar and their ... -
Effects of hydrated sodium calcium aluminum silicates (HSCAS) in experimentally induced cadmium toxicity in male Japanese quail (Coturnix japonica)
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2022 , Article)Cadmium (Cd) is an environmental pollutant and is toxic to animal species. The objective of this study was to evaluate the toxico-pathological effects of Cd and the effects of hydrated sodium calcium aluminum silicates ... -
Perfume Guns: Potential of Yeast Volatile Organic Compounds in the Biological Control of Mycotoxin-Producing Fungi
( MDPI , 2023 , Article Review)Pathogenic fungi in the genera Alternaria, Aspergillus, Botrytis, Fusarium, Geotrichum, Gloeosporium, Monilinia, Mucor, Penicillium, and Rhizopus are the most common cause of pre- and postharvest diseases of fruit, vegetable, ... -
Saffron: Perspectives and Sustainability for Active and Intelligent Food Packaging Applications
( Springer , 2023 , Article Review)Active and intelligent packaging can effectively improve the shelf life and monitor food quality in real-time packaged products without affecting nutritional value. With the growing interest in human health and well-being, ... -
The contribution of mediated oxidation mechanisms in the electrolytic degradation of cyanuric acid using diamond anodes
( IOS Press , 2015 , Article)In this work, the contribution of mediated oxidation mechanisms in the electrolytic degradation of cyanuric acid using boron-doped diamond (BDD) anodes was investigated in different electrolytes. A complete mineralization ... -
The Causes and Effects of Mercury and Methylmercury Contamination in the Marine Environment: A Review
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2022 , Article Review)Purpose of Review: The concern of mercury pollution and the impact that it poses on the marine environment were studied heavily since the case of the poison from Minamata bay in the 1960s. The present study provides an ... -
Evaluation of processed sludge as a sustainable and efficient soil conditioner and organic fertiliser for Qatari soil
( Inderscience Publishers , 2022 , Article)Qatar is implementing the use of treated sludge as a sustainable resource in the green infrastructure. The study employed an experimental research design where five samples (two kilograms each) of pelletised sludge of both ... -
Reverse osmosis membrane fouling and its physical, chemical, and biological characterization
( Elsevier , 2022 , Book chapter)Membrane fouling is caused by microorganisms and organic, inorganic, and colloidal substances that are present in the feedwater. It affects the performance of membranes in water treatment systems in terms of increase in ... -
60 Years of the Loeb-Sourirajan Membrane: Principles, New Materials, Modelling, Characterization, and Applications
( Elsevier , 2022 , Book)60 Years of the Loeb-Sourirajan Membrane: Principles, New Materials, Modelling, Characterization and Applications bring forth theoretical advances, novel characterization techniques, materials development, advanced treatment ... -
Preface : 60 Years of the Loeb-Sourirajan Membrane
( Elsevier , 2022 , Other)It has been over 60 years since the development of the first asymmetric polymeric membrane by Dr. Sidney Loeb and Dr. Srinivasa Sourirajan (University of California, Los Angeles, United States) for seawater desalination. ... -
Biodegradable Preformed Particle Gel (PPG) Made of Natural Chitosan Material for Water Shut-Off Application
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)Oil and gas extraction frequently produces substantial volumes of produced water, leading to several mechanical and environmental issues. Several methods have been applied over decades, including chemical processes such ... -
Electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide to hydrocarbons
( Elsevier , 2022 , Book chapter)Global accumulation of CO2 in the atmosphere has become a significant environmental challenge in the past twodecades. Global warming and climate change resulting from increasing concentrations of CO2 are of utmost concern ... -
Health risk assessment of methyl mercury from fish consumption in a sample of adult Qatari residents
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2023 , Article)Fish constitutes an essential source of high-quality protein and is, at the same time, the source of exposure to many hazardous contaminants, namely mercury and methyl mercury (MeHg). This study aims at assessing the risk ... -
Electronic waste considerations in the Middle East and North African (MENA) region: A review
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment or e-waste is a waste stream that has multiplied profoundly in recent years. Currently, many researchers focused on the study of e-waste. The Middle East & North Africa (MENA) is ... -
Optimization of Polyacrylic Acid Coating on Graphene Oxide-Functionalized Reverse-Osmosis Membrane Using UV Radiation through Response Surface Methodology
( MDPI , 2022 , Article)Reverse osmosis (RO) is affected by multiple types of fouling such as biofouling, scaling, and organic fouling. Therefore, a multi-functional membrane capable of reducing more than one type of fouling is a need of the hour. ... -
Allelopathic Effects of the Invasive Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC. on Native Plants: Perspectives toward Agrosystems
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC. Is highly recognized for its invasive character and its detrimental effects on different plant species across the world. In this study, a field survey was performed to assess the impact of P. ...
