QU Forum Proceedings: Recent submissions
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الصورة المعيارية للمجتمع القطري: دراسة في تصورات المقيمين
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)تتمتع دولة قطر بإمكانيات إضافية في مجال القوة الناعمة، باعتبارها من الدول التي تستقطب أعدادًا كبيرة من المهاجرين، يمكنهم الإسهام في تعزيز جهودها في صنع صورة الدولة. تهدف الدراسة إلى فهم تصورات المقيمين تجاه الدولة والثقافة ... -
A comparative UG near-peer mentoring model, for motivating school students towards innovations, during E-STEM education - A case study of Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)The importance of online education and online learning has gained colossal importance during the present era. Despite online education being the savior during the current pandemic, its implementation was/has been quite ... -
استخدامات وسائل الاتصال الحديثة والتقليدية وتأثيراتها المحتملة: دراسة استكشافية على عينة عمدية من الجمهور العربي
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)سعت الدراسة إلى رصد مظاهر الاتصال والتواصل في عصر المعلومات اللحظية، والتأثيرات المتبادلة بين وسائل الاتصال الجديدة والقديمة، وذلك بالتطبيق على عينة بلغت 400 مستجيبا ومستجيبة من الجمهور العربي راوحت أعمارهم بين 20 وأكثر ... -
A STEM Model to engage students in Environmental Sustainability Program Through Collaborative Problem-solving Approach- Case Study in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Following the launch of Qatar's National Vision 2030, environmental development was highlighted as one of the Vision's four pillars, emphasizing the importance of developing people's awareness of their duty in maintaining ... -
Depression-anxiety in the Adult Population of Qatar during the First Year of COVID-19
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)There is limited data from Arabic-speaking countries on risk factors for depression and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Country-specific data is necessary given differences in culture, demographics, and COVID-19 ... -
QATAR'S LABOUR LAW CHANGES AND WORKERS WELFARE: ATTITUDES & PERCETIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)From September 22 2020 to January 19 2021, the Social and Economic Survey Research Institute (SESRI) at Qatar University surveyed 2,760 individuals, including Qatari nationals, higher-income and lower-income expatriates ... -
The Gravity of Distance: Evidence from a Trade embargo
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)On June 5, 2017, an airspace blockade was imposed on the State of Qatar by four of its neighbors: Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, and Egypt. We study the exogenous increase in air transportation costs with ... -
Anti-cancer properties of Microalgae (T1) Extract in Breast Cancer Cell Lines
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Breast cancer (BC), a worldwide health issue, is the most common malignant cancer in women in Gulf region, including the State of Qatar. Unfortunately, malignant tumors has the capability to metastasis, which involves both ... -
Validation of Novel Transcriptional Targets that Underpin CD44-promoted breast cancer cell invasion
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Introduction: Breast cancer (BC) is the most common cancer worldwide, and metastasis is its worst aspect and the first cause of death. Metastasis is a multistep process, where an invasion is a recurring event. The process ... -
The Association between Zinc and Copper and Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Adults
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Cardiometabolic risk (CMR) factors increase the likelihood of developing cardiovascular diseases (CVD). In Qatar, 24% of the total deaths are attributed to CVDs. Several nutritional disturbances have been linked to high ... -
Association between pre-existing conditions and hospitalization, intensive care services and mortality from COVID-19 - a cross sectional analysis of an international global health data repository
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Objective: To investigate the association between pre-existing conditions and hospitalization, need for intensive care services (ICU) and mortality due to COVID-19. Methods: We used data on all cases recorded in the Global ... -
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) co-treatment alleviates antidiabetic drug, rosiglitazone associated deterioration of bone remodeling
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by hyperglycemia due to decreased insulin secretion, defective action or both. The rosiglitazone (RSG) is one of the oral antidiabetic drug used in type ... -
Ecotoxicological assessment of two surfactant on the emryonic development
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)In this study, zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos was served as a model for marine fauna to determine if there is any potential of organ-specific toxicity (neuromuscular, hepatic, cytotoxic, and cardiac) caused by Silicone-Q-22 ... -
Mental health problems in adults with diabetes: prevalence and potential determinants
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Depression is associated with several chronic diseases such as diabetes. Diabetes is a long-term health disorder that have many health complications such as mental health problems, if left untreated. Our study aimed to ... -
Proteomic profile in congenital microcephaly
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Autosomal recessive primary microcephaly (MCPH) consists of a group of disorders characterized by microcephaly and intellectual disability. This study is essential to complement previous findings of MCPH as it helps clarify ... -
Nuts consumption and cognitive function
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Background: Cognitive impairments has become a global public concern. A limited number of studies suggest a positive association between nuts intake and cognitive function. Objectives: The aim of this study is to investigate ... -
The prevalence of adaptive immunity to COVID-19 and reinfection after recovery - a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis of 12 011 447 individuals
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Research purpose: The research aims to estimate the prevalence of detectable SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, T and B memory cells after recovery, to determine the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 reinfection, and to investigate the protective ... -
PROFILE OF OXIDATIVE STRESS GENES IN RESPONSE TO OBESITY TREATMENT
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Background: Oxidative stress (OS) is an imbalance between free radical production and the antioxidants defense in the body. Previous studies demonstrated the correlation of OS to the increased risk of developing metabolic ... -
Harm Perception and Attitudes towards E-cigarette Use Among Qatar University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Background: Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is becoming popular worldwide especially among youth. Research reported that university students have poor knowledge and misconceptions about the health risks of e-cigarettes, ... -
The risk of severe COVID-19 and mortality from COVID-19 in people living with HIV compared to individuals without HIV - a systematic review and meta-analysis of 1 268 676 individuals.
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Research Purpose: Findings from existing studies have shown conflicting evidence concerning the risk of severe COVID-19 and death from COVID-19 in people living with HIV (PLHIV) compared to people without HIV. The aim of ...