Browsing Theme 2: Population, Health & Wellness by Title
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Design, Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Novel Chalcone Analogs as Potential Therapeutic Agents for Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , 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 hormone targeted therapy, the majority of ... -
Determination of OCPs and POPs residues in local produce in Qatar and their health implications
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)In this study, a total of 49 samples of fruits and vegetables (dates, leafy vegetables and fruiting vegetables) produced locally in the farms in Qatar and 42 samples of soil and water from these farms were analyzed using ... -
Development and in Vitro Testing of a Nitric Oxide Nanoparticle Carrier for Acute Lung Injury
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is an infectious clinical condition in which gas exchange inside the airways and alveoli are disturbed. Fluid filled lungs need to be mechanically ventilated for airway ... -
Dietary Patterns and Glycemic Control Among Qatari Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: No studies assess the effect of dietary pattern on glycemic control among Qatari adults with T2DM. Objective: To assess the association between dietary patterns, and glycemic control among Qatari adults with ... -
Economic Evaluation of CYP2C19 Genotype-Guided Antiplatelet Therapy Compared to Universal Use of Ticagrelor or Clopidogrel in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Patients having CYP2C19 loss-of-function alleles and receiving clopidogrel are at higher risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Ticagrelor is a more effective and expensive antiplatelet that is unaffected by ... -
Effect of Hyperglycemia on eNOS function in EPCs
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Type 2 diabetes mullites (T2DM) results in different cardiovascular complications. The main cause of these complications is endothelial dysfunction, which affects the endothelium physiologically and pathologically. The ... -
Effect of hyperglycemia on EPCs function and regenerative ability
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Diabetes induced hyperglycemia increases the risk of cardiovascular complications as it impacts vascular endothelial cells causing vascular dysfunction. Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) have been suggested to participate ... -
Effect of Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on Inflammatory Biomarkers in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic progressive inflammatory disease characterised by airflow limitation. Several pro-inflammatory markers are thought to be involved in the pathogenesis of COPD. ... -
Elaeagnus Angustifolia: a Promising Medicinal Plant for Cancer Theraby
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Elaeagnus angustifolia (EA) is a medicinal plant that has been used for centuries in treating many human diseases, in the Middle East, including fever, amoebic dysentery, gastrointestinal problems. However, ... -
Evaluating the Impact of a brief Health at Every Size-based activity on body positivity and internal weight-based oppression
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Internal weight-based oppression WBO is the internalized negative attitudes, values and beliefs people hold about body weight, and is associated with depression, anxiety, body image disturbance, disordered ... -
Evaluating the Impact of a Collaborative Care Model in Diabetes Management in a Primary Healthcare Setting in Qatar Using Real-World Data
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Objectives: To evaluate the impact of Collaborative Care Model (CCM) on diabetes-related outcomes among patients with diabetes attending a primary care setting. Methods: A multiple-time series, retrospective, observational ... -
Experiences of weight-based oppression in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Weight-based oppression is a widespread phenomenon in Western countries. External sources of weight-based oppression include exposure to stigmatizing or exclusionary social, cultural, economic, political and ... -
Exploration of sleep quality and sleep hygiene among QU students
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Sleep is an important component of healthy lifestyles. Worldwide reports suggest that one in every three adults suffers from insomnia. University students are vulnerable to insomnia due to their stressful lifestyle and ... -
Factors affecting ceasarean section among women in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Cesarean section (CS) delivery is one of the top concerns when it comes to women in maternity age, given the fact that CS rate are on the rise globally and especially in Qatar. Many socioeconomic, demographic, ... -
Factors Associated with Vitamin D Deficiency in Women: Lesson from Biobank in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Cesarean section (CS) delivery is one of the top concerns when it comes to women in maternity age, given the fact that CS rate are on the rise globally and especially in Qatar. Many socioeconomic, demographic, ... -
Genome-wide association study identifies a novel association between a cardiovascular gene polymorphism and superior athletic performance
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Research into the genetic predisposition to superior athletic performance has been a hindered by the underpowered studies and the small effect size of identified genetic variants. The aims of this study were ... -
Glucose and transferrin liganded PLGA nanoparticles internalization in non-small cell lung cancer cells
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Recently, after a decade of confusing results, several studies pointed out that overexpression of GLUT1 (glucose transporter 1) is a biomarker of worse prognosis in NSCLC. Nonetheless, the presence of Transferrin ... -
Gut Microbiota and Health: Understanding the Role of Diet
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Gut microbiota plays a major role in regulating the host metabolism and immune system. However, the structure of microbiome population is altered constantly by diverse factors including diet and environment. In particular, ... -
Hepatic Gene Expression Profile of Lipid Metabolism of Obese Mice After Treatment with AntiObesity Drug
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Obesity is a global disorder with multifactorial causes. The liver plays a vital role in fat metabolism. Disorder of hepatic fat metabolism is associated with obesity and causes fatty liver. High fat diet intake (HFD) to ... -
High vaccine coverage is crucial for preventing the spread of infectious diseases during mass gathering
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Background: Vaccines are the most cost-effective intervention in public health as they prevent the spread of highly contagious infectious diseases. Because of vaccine implementation and high coverage, Measles was eradicated ...