Qatar University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Human Sustainability and the Competitiveness of Jordanian Industrial Companies: The Mediating Effect of Employee Participation
( Qatar University Press , 2024 , Article)There is much discussion about sustainability and its dimensions at the macro level (sustainable development) and at the micro level as important additional dimensions, including human sustainability. In this context, the ... -
Hajj 2024 heatwave: addressing health risks and safety
( Elsevier , 2024 , Other)The first Global Summit on War and Cancer took place on Dec 14–16, 2023, organised by the Institute of Cancer and Crisis and OncoDaily.1 It brought together people and organisations committed to addressing cancer in ... -
Dynamics of Productivity in Oman: An Ordered Logistic Regression
( Qatar University Press , 2024 , Article)This study investigates the nuances of labor productivity in Oman, set against the backdrop of decreasing productivity trends in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries (GCC) regions since the 1980s. Albeit Oman's strategic ... -
Cyclinaclity Effects of Exchange Rates and Oil Prices
( Qatar University Press , 2024 , Article)Understanding the concept of time scales is crucial when modeling economic and financial decisions. Within the time-frequency domain, this study delves into the relationship between fluctuations in oil prices and exchange ... -
Comparative cost-effectiveness analysis of CDK4/6 inhibitors in the first-line treatment of HR-positive and HER2-negative advanced breast cancer: a Markov's model-based evaluation
( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2024 , Article)Introduction: CDK4/6 inhibitors are the first-line treatment for HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer. Despite their clinical benefit, they can increase healthcare expenditure. To date, there is no thorough comparison among ... -
Transforming Hospital Quality Improvement Through Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence
( Innovative Healthcare Institute , 2024 , Article)This policy analysis focuses on harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in hospital quality improvement to transform quality and patient safety. It examines the application of AI at the two following fundamental ... -
Dynamics of Neisseria gonorrhoeae transmission among female sex workers and clients: A mathematical modeling study
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)BackgroundThis study aimed to examine the transmission dynamics of Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) in heterosexual sex work networks (HSWNs) and the impact of variation in sexual behavior and interventions on NG epidemiology. ... -
Human papillomavirus prevalence and genotypes in Gulf Cooperation Council countries: A scoping review 2017-2024
( HBKU Press , 2024 , Article)Background: Cervical cancer remains a global health challenge, claiming the lives of millions annually and having a significant impact on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Human papillomavirus (HPV), the primary ... -
The interplay between vitamin D status, subclinical inflammation, and prediabetes
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Vitamin D's role extends beyond classical calcium and phosphate homeostasis to encompass a pivotal influence on immune modulation and metabolic health. The mechanisms by which vitamin D exerts these effects involve its ... -
Current Landscape and Future Directions of Deprescribing and Polypharmacy Practices in Jordan
( Karger , 2024 , Article)This review explores the current landscape and future directions of deprescribing and polypharmacy practices in Jordan. The prevalence of polypharmacy, defined as the concurrent use of multiple medications by an individual, ... -
Performance Characteristics of Next-Generation Sequencing–Based Engraftment Monitoring and Microchimerism Detection in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation A Practical Approach for Clinical Assay Validation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Chimerism analysis by next-generation sequencing (NGS) is an emerging method for engraftment monitoring after allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation. A high-sensitivity method is required for the detection of ... -
Identifying factors influencing clinicians’ reporting of medication errors: a systematic review and qualitative evidence synthesis using the theoretical domains framework
( Taylor & Francis , 2024 , Article)Introduction: Medication errors have a significant impact on patient safety and professional practice. The widespread under-reporting of errors by clinicians indicates the critical need for behavioral change. This systematic ... -
Knowledge and perception of mHealth medication adherence applications among pharmacists and pharmacy students in Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
( Public Library of Science , 2024 , Article)The advances in digital health, including mobile healthcare (mHealth) medication adherence applications (MApps), have been demonstrated to support medication adherence and improve health outcomes. This study aims to evaluate ... -
“Happily tired”: A descriptive qualitative study of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women academics in Qatar
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted existing gender inequalities and inequities in academia, such as unequal workload distribution and insufficient recognition of women's scientific and institutional contributions. This study ... -
Etiology of exudative pleural effusion among adults: differentiating between tuberculous and other causes, a multicenter prospective cohort study
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)ObjectivesExudative pleural effusions have a broad etiology and usually necessitate further investigative workup, including invasive procedures. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the demographic, clinical, and ... -
Postmicturition dribble in men with no previous urogenital surgery: Systematic review and meta-analysis of treatment modalities
( John Wiley & Sons , 2023 , Article)Introduction: Postmicturition dribble (PMD) is common in males. Little is known about PMD etiology, but it is either secondary to urethral/prostatic surgery or primary (no previous surgery). Despite PMD's high prevalence, ... -
Western diet induces mild metabolic impairment and aggravates neuropathology in an experimental mouse model of traumatic brain injury
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and lifestyle habits such as Western diet (WD) consumption represent two risk factors that affect an individual's health outcome globally. Individuals with TBI have a greater risk of mortality ... -
Enhanced event-based surveillance: Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) during FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)BackgroundPublic health threats can significantly impact mass gatherings and enhancing surveillance systems would thus be crucial. Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) was introduced to Qatar to complement the ... -
Generation of Novel Tumour-Selective SEA Superantigen-Based Peptides with Improved Safety and Efficacy for Precision Cancer Immunotherapy
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Bacterial superantigens are T-cell-stimulatory protein molecules which produce massive cytokines and cause human diseases. Due to their ability to activate up to 20% of resting T-cells, they have effectively killed ... -
دول مجلس التعاون الخليجي والعدوان على غزة تباين في الردود والسياسات
( مركز دراسات الخليج - جامعة قطر , 2024 , Article)أظهرت حرب غزة استجابات متباينة من الدول الست الأعضاء في مجلس التعاون الخليجي. فعلى المستوى السياسي، برزت تباينات واضحة في ردود أفعال دول مجلس التعاون، والتي تنبع من سياقاتها التاريخية وسياساتها الحكومية المحلية تجاه الصراع ...
