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Automatic Modulation Classification for Low SNR Digital Signal in Frequency-Selective Fading Environments
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2015 , Article)In this research, a classifier is proposed for automatic modulation classification of some common modulation schemes, i.e., BPSK, QPSK, 8-PSK and 16-QAM. Our proposed classifier considers multipath fading effects on the ... -
Bootstrap confidence intervals for adaptive cluster sampling design based on Horvitz-Thompson type estimators
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2014 , Article)Perez and Pontius (J Stat Comput Simul 76:755-764, 2006) introduced several bootstrap methods under adaptive cluster sampling using a Horvitz-Thompson type estimator. Using a simulation study, they showed that their proposed ... -
Building hospital pharmacy practice research capacity in Qatar: a cross-sectional survey of hospital pharmacists
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2015 , Article)Background There is a need to systematically develop research capacity within pharmacy practice. Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is the principal non-profit health care provider in Qatar. Traditionally, pharmacists in Qatar ... -
Chemistry and antioxidant properties of titanium(IV) complexes
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2015 , Article)The synthesis of titanium(IV) complexes with biologically active hydrazide ligands has been carried out. The complexes were characterized by spectroscopic methods (IR, <sup>1</sup>H NMR and <sup>13</sup>C NMR), elemental ... -
Clinical pharmacokinetics: perceptions of hospital pharmacists in Qatar about how it was taught and how it is applied
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2015 , Article)Background The application of clinical pharmacokinetics (PK) is essential when providing pharmaceutical care. Appropriate application of PK monitoring results in improved patient outcomes including decreased mortality, ... -
Drug-related problems identified by pharmacists conducting medication use reviews at a primary health center in Qatar
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2014 , Article)Background: Medication use review (MUR) is increasingly being recognized globally as a routine strategy performed by pharmacists to optimize the therapeutic outcomes of long-term medications. MUR services are not commonly ... -
Fatty acid composition of twelve algae from the Coastal Zones of Qatar
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 1997 , Article)Fatty acid composition of twelve algal species from two different classes were determined. Three Chlorophyta species(Axetabularia calyxulux, Cladophors sericoides and Dictyosphaeria cavernosa) and nine Phaephyta species ... -
FRP/stirrups interaction of shear-strengthened beams
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2017 , Article)This work includes experimental testing and finite element analysis of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) shear-strengthened reinforced concrete (RC) beams. The strengthening techniques used for the beam strengthening are ... -
Kinetic investigations into the synthesis of disulphides via tetrathiomolybdate as a sulphur-transfer reagent
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2014 , Article)Kinetic and mechanistic aspects of the conversion of halides to disulphides using benzyl triethyl ammonium tetrathiomolybdate as sulphur-transfer reagent were investigated. The reaction follows a 1:1 stoichiometry with ... -
Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of community pharmacists on generic medicines in Qatar
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2014 , Article)Background: The practice of generic medicines prescribing, dispensing and substitution in developing countries has been controversial among healthcare professionals, particularly due to issues on quality, safety and efficacy. ... -
Man-made impact on the geochemistry of the Nile delta lakes. A study of metals concentrations in sediments
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2004 , Article)Forty two sediment samples were collected from four River Nile northern delta lakes (Mariut, Edku, Burullus and Manzalah) to asses the man-made impact on their environment during the last 20 years. Due to the continuous ... -
Medication use review in Qatar: Are community pharmacists prepared for the extended professional role?
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2014 , Article)Background The incidence of chronic illnesses is increasing globally. Non-adherence to medications and other medication-related problems are common among patients receiving long-term medications. Medication use review (MUR) ... -
Metal distribution in marine sediment along the Doha Bay, Qatar
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2015 , Article)Concentrations of 25 heavy metals (Ag, Al, As, Ba, Be, Ca, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, K, Li, Mg, Mn, Mo, Na, Ni, Pb, Sb, Se, Sr, V, Zn and Hg) in surface sediments along the Doha Bay from 10 transects each with five stations were ... -
Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta versus darbepoetin alfa for anemia in non-dialysis-dependent CKD: a systematic review
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2014 , Article Review)Background Anemia management in non-dialysis-dependent chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients is associated with cardiovascular and cost benefits, slows decline in renal function, and prevents mortality. Different reviews ... -
On the fairness of resource allocation in wireless mesh networks: A survey
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2013 , Article Review)This article presents a comprehensive survey of resource allocation techniques in Wireless Mesh Networks (WMNs). Wireless mesh networks have emerged as a key technology for next generation application specific multi-hop ... -
Parametric study of radial functionally graded femoral prostheses with different geometries
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2015 , Article)Due to complex loading and chemical conditions of the human body, the artificial replacements of the body organs demand materials with superior characteristics. Therefore, recently using composite materials have gained a ... -
Power control and group proportional fairness for frequency domain resource allocation in L-SC-FDMA based LTE uplink
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2015 , Article)Resource allocation in Long Term Evaluation (LTE) uplink is challenging because of two reasons: (1) it requires contiguous resource block allocation and (2) high complexity due to per user based power allocation among ... -
Rheological evaluation of shortand long-term performance for warm mix asphalt (WMA) binders
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2016 , Article)Warm-mix asphalt (WMA) additives are environmentally friendly and cost-effective products that lower the viscosity of bituminous binders to allow reduction of mixing and compaction temperatures in asphalt mix production. ... -
SmartPads: A plug-N-play configurable tangible user interface
( Kluwer Academic Publishers , 2014 , Article)One common concern with video games today is the lack of physical activity they demand from the user. The design of games and tangible user interfaces (TUIs) that stimulate players and engage them into fun exercising ...
