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Recent Submissions
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Efficient and regioselective synthesis of ortho-diiodinated homobenzylic alcohol derivatives: in silico evaluation as potential anticancer IDO/TDO inhibitors
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2024 , Article)A simple and direct synthesis of 2,6-diiodophenylethanol building blocks through highly regioselective metalation (MIE)/oxirane SN2-type ring opening of 1,2,3-triiodobenzene is described. A significant impact of the nature ... -
A comparative retrospective study of pre-fibrotic primary myelofibrosis versus overtly fibrotic stage in Qatar: clinicopathological, genetic landscape, risk stratification and survival data (2008-2021)-a single center experience
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article)Background: In MENA region, there is a lack of evidence on Primary Myelofibrosis (PMF), leading to its underrepresentation in medical literature. This study marks the first comprehensive report on PMF data in Qatar, ... -
How are sex-gender differences in chair-and-desk-based postural variability explained? A scoping review
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article Review)Background: Desk-work-related musculoskeletal pain is more prevalent among female workers than male workers. This may be contributed to by sex and/or gender differences in postural variability however, the mechanisms ... -
The journey of female surgeons in the arab region: A scoping review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)BackgroundIn the Arab region, there's a dearth of research on female surgeons' experiences and challenges. To address this gap, a scoping review aims to map existing literature. It seeks to understand the hurdles faced by ... -
The Yemeni genetic structure revealed by the Y chromosome STRs
( Springer , 2025 , Article)Yemen, with its rich historical background and strategic geographical position at a major crossroads of trade and migration, offers an ideal setting for exploring population genetics. This study aimed to develop a Y-STR ... -
The role of PTP1B in cardiometabolic disorders and endothelial dysfunction
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2025 , Article Review)Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are a global health concern that accounts for a large share of annual mortality. Endothelial dysfunction is the main underlying factor that eventually leads to cardiovascular events. Recent ... -
Gender-based differences in the prevalence and types of adverse childhood experiences and their associations with psychological distress and perceived lack of safety among adolescents in Qatar
( Routledge , 2025 , Article)Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are detrimental to well-being, but gender-specific data in Arab countries is scarce. We explored gender differences in prevalence and associations of ACEs with psychological distress ... -
Ultra-processed food consumption and obesity among children and adolescents in China-Findings from China Health and Nutrition Survey
( John Wiley and Sons Ltd , 2025 , Article)Background Children and adolescents are increasingly exposed to processed food in China, however, its association with obesity has not been investigated. Objectives To assess the consumption of ultra-processed food ... -
Cross-cultural adaptation: South African GestatioDiabetes Mellitus Knowledge Questionnaire
( AOSIS (pty) Ltd , 2025 , Article)Background: Many serious adverse events associated with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) can be mitigated by timely glucose control during pregnancy, achieved through education and lifestyle choices. The aim of this ... -
Efficacy of Dose Escalation of Ustekinumab in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
( S. Karger AG , 2025 , Article Review)Background: Ustekinumab is an effective drug in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), but inadequate response or loss of response is reported in several patients. Dose escalation by intravenous reinduction or ... -
Clustering Patterns of Unhealthy Lifestyle Behaviours Among Adolescents: A Multilevel Analysis of a Nationally Representative School-Based Survey from 73 Countries
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2025 , Article)Background: Adolescence is a crucial stage when young people adopt various lifestyle behaviours that can impact their health. However, the broader determinants of these behaviours remain underexplored. This study aimed to ... -
Author Correction: Burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease attributable to sugar-sweetened beverages in 184 countries (Nature Medicine, (2025), 10.1038/s41591-024-03345-4)
( Nature Research , 2025 , Article)Correction to: Nature Medicinehttps://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-024-03345-4, published online 6 January 2025. In the version of the article initially published, in the eighth paragraph of the Discussion, the text "Among large ... -
Developing and evaluating a Disaster Management Assessment Tool for Health Care Practitioners
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2025 , Article)Background: Over the last fifty years, the frequency and intensity of disasters have escalated, highlighting the importance of healthcare practitioners (HCPs) being thoroughly prepared for disaster management. Despite this ... -
Exploring TGF-β Signaling in Cancer Progression: Prospects and Therapeutic Strategies
( Dove Medical Press Ltd , 2025 , Article Review)Cancer persists as a ubiquitous global challenge despite the remarkable advances. It is caused by uncontrolled cell growth and metastasis. The Transforming Growth Factor-beta (TGF-β) signaling pathway is considered a primary ... -
A customizable multiplex protein microarray for antibody testing and its application for tick-borne and other infectious diseases
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Tick-borne infections are the most common vector-borne diseases in the USA. Ticks harbor and transmit several infections with Lyme disease being the most common tickborne infection in the US and Europe. Lack of awareness ... -
Interactions of black carrot concentrate powder as a natural coloring agent with gelatine and sucrose in model gummy samples
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)With growing consumer concerns about the sustainability and safety of synthetic food colorings, the food industry is increasingly turning to natural colorants derived from plants. Anthocyanins from black carrots are preferred ... -
Finite Element Analysis of Evolut Transcatheter Heart Valves: Effects of Aortic Geometries and Valve Sizes on Post-TAVI Wall Stresses and Deformations
( MDPI , 2025 , Article)Background/Objectives: For transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) therapy, a catheter-guided crimped valve is deployed into the aortic root. Valve types such as Edwards balloon-expandable valves and Medtronic ... -
Regioselective domino C–C/C–O arylation of 1,2,3-triiodobenzenes and 1,3-diketones: Synthesis and in silico evaluation of 7-iodobenzo[b]furan as potential ALK inhibitors
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)We report a simple, direct, and regioselective protocol for the synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted 7-iodobenzo[b]furans via domino double CC/CO arylations of 1,2,3-triiodobenzene and 1,3-dicarbonyl compounds. Remarkably, the ... -
Highly fluorescent push-pull bis-coumarinyl sulfone: Synthesis, photophysical behavior, and solvatochromic response
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)In this work, 3,3′-sulfonylbis(7-(diethylamino)-2H-chromen-2-one), an effective fluorescent push-pull system, is synthesized and photophysically characterized. The donor-π–acceptor–π–donor (D–π–A–π–D) architecture of the ... -
Regional variations in incidence of surgical site infection and associated risk factors in women undergoing cesarean section: A systematic review and Meta-Analysis
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)BackgroundSurgical site infections (SSIs) are the most common postoperative complications after cesarean section (CS), with increased mortality, prolonged hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. ObjectiveTo ...