QU Health Research: Recent submissions
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Revolutionizing cancer care strategies: immunotherapy, gene therapy, and molecular targeted therapy
( Springer Science and Business Media B.V. , 2024 , Article Review)Despite the availability of technological advances in traditional anti-cancer therapies, there is a need for more precise and targeted cancer treatment strategies. The wide-ranging shortfalls of conventional anticancer ... -
Use of machine learning to assess factors affecting progression, retention, and graduation in first-year health professions students in Qatar: a longitudinal study
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Background: Across higher education, student retention, progression, and graduation are considered essential elements of students’ academic success. However, there is scarce literature analyzing these attributes across ... -
Impact of Moderate Physical Activity on Inflammatory Markers and Telomere Length in Sedentary and Moderately Active Individuals with Varied Insulin Sensitivity
( Dove Medical Press , 2023 , Article)Introduction: Physical activity-associated immune response plays a crucial role in the aging process. This study aimed to determine the impact of short-term moderate physical activity on cytokine levels, oxidative stress ... -
Outcomes of critically ill COVID-19 patients boarding in the emergency department of a tertiary care center in a developing country: a retrospective cohort study
( Springer Nature , 2023 , Article)Background: Boarding of critically ill patients in the emergency department (ED) has long been known to compromise patient care and affect outcomes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, multiple hospitals worldwide experienced ... -
Computational Analysis Reveals Distinctive Interaction of miRNAs with Target Genes in the Pathogenesis of Chronic Kidney Disease
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)The regulation of genes is crucial for maintaining a healthy intracellular environment, and any dysregulation of gene expression leads to several pathological complications. It is known that many diseases, including kidney ... -
A concise overview of advancements in ultrasensitive biosensor development
( Frontiers Media , 2023 , Article)Electrochemical biosensing has evolved as a diverse and potent method for detecting and analyzing biological entities ranging from tiny molecules to large macromolecules. Electrochemical biosensors are a desirable option ... -
Surface plasmon resonance-based synthesis of gold nanorods for sensing applications
( Springer , 2023 , Article)Gold nanomaterials possess leading interest in the field of nanomaterials due to their vast applications both in advanced chemical and medicinal industries. Gold nanorods (AuNRs) were synthesized via a seed-mediated growth ... -
Using a pharmacist-led educational tool to teach elementary and middle-school students in Lebanon about microbes, antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance: A pilot study
( International Pharmaceutical Federation , 2023 , Article)Background: Teaching school students about antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) can shape their future behaviour to become antibiotic guardians. This study aims to assess the impact of a pharmacist-led educational ... -
Zebrafish (Danio rerio) as a Model for the Study of Developmental and Cardiovascular Toxicity of Electronic Cigarettes
( MDPI , 2023 , Article Review)The increasing popularity of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) as an alternative to conventional tobacco products has raised concerns regarding their potential adverse effects. The cardiovascular system undergoes intricate ... -
A review of technical and quality assessment considerations of audio-visual and web-conferencing focus groups in qualitative health research
(2023 , Article)The transition from the conventional approach to an online setting in conducting focus groups (FGs) for qualitative research is an increasingly adopted approach in health-related research. The purpose of this narrative ... -
Correction to: A qualitative assessment of medical students’ readiness for virtual clerkships at a Qatari university during the COVID-19 pandemic
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Correction: BMC Medical Education (2023) 23:186 Following publication of the original article [1], due to a typesetting error, references [19] and [20] were written incorrectly. The correct references are given below: [19] ... -
Protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B inhibition improves endoplasmic reticulum stress-impaired endothelial cell angiogenic response: A critical role for cell survival
( Spandidos publications , 2021 , Article)Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress contributes to endothelial dysfunction, which is the initial step in atherogenesis. Blockade of protein tyrosine phosphatase (PTP)1B, a negative regulator of insulin receptors that is ... -
Testing the Anticancer Effect of Matcha Using Zebrafish as an Animal Model
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide, and triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) patients show the poorest prognosis and survival and the highest metastasis prevalence among all breast cancer subtypes. Matcha ... -
Factors Affecting Influenza Vaccination Uptake and Attitudes among Lebanese University Students: The Impact of Vaccination Promotional Programs and COVID-19 Pandemic
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)Vaccination is the most effective preventative strategy against influenza, yet university students' influenza vaccination uptake remains low. This study aimed firstly to determine the percentage of university students who ... -
Higher serum uric acid is associated with poorer cognitive performance in healthy middle-aged people: a cross-sectional study
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2023 , Article)Age-related cognitive impairment can occur many years before the onset of the clinical symptoms of dementia. Uric acid (UA), a metabolite of purine-rich foods, has been shown to be positively associated with improved ... -
MDM2- an indispensable player in tumorigenesis
( Springer Science and Business Media B.V. , 2023 , Article Review)Murine double minute 2 (MDM2) is a well-recognized molecule for its oncogenic potential. Since its identification, various cancer-promoting roles of MDM2 such as growth stimulation, sustained angiogenesis, metabolic ... -
Psychometric Properties and Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Towards ChatGPT in Pharmacy Practice and Education: a Study Protocol
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2023 , Article)ChatGPT represents an advanced conversational artificial intelligence (AI), providing a powerful tool for generating human-like responses that could change pharmacy prospects. This protocol aims to describe the development, ... -
Factors Affecting Referral and Patient Access to Heart Function Clinics in Ontario: A Qualitative Study of Stakeholders
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Background: Though heart failure patients benefit from multidisciplinary care in heart function clinics (HFCs), utilization is suboptimal and inequitable. This study investigated factors influencing referral and patient ... -
Novel SPEA Superantigen Peptide Agonists and Peptide Agonist-TGFαL3 Conjugate. In Vitro Study of Their Growth-Inhibitory Effects for Targeted Cancer Immunotherapy
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article)Bacterial superantigens (SAgs) are effective T-cell stimulatory molecules that lead to massive cytokine production. Superantigens crosslink between MHC class II molecules on the Antigen Presenting Cells (APC) and TCR on ... -
Gendered Experiences in Pharmacy Education Exposed Through a National Financial Collapse - A Reflection From the Lebanese Crisis
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Women have long been drawn to pharmacy; it is often seen as a profession that allows them to balance their professional and personal responsibilities, and Lebanon is not an exception, where the majority of practicing ...
