Humanities: Recent submissions
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Improving building energy footprint and asset performance using digital twin technology
( ICE Publishing Ltd. , 2022 , Article)This article presents a novel architecture by integrating the existing asset management theory with building simulation technology for effective maintenance strategies and operational control schemes. Building performance, ... -
Time series analysis of environmental quality in the state of Qatar
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)This study investigated the impact of economic growth, electricity consumption, energy consumption, and the crop production index on environmental quality in Qatar by considering four different types of GHGs emissions ... -
Investigating the succession process of native desert plants over hydrocarbon-contaminated soils using remote sensing techniques
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Hydrocarbon-contaminated soils are considered as one of the major environmental issues that harm human well-being, particularly in arid regions of the world. Phytoremediation is a possible mitigation measure for this issue ... -
Effects of Spatial Characteristics on Non-Standard Employment for Canada’s Immigrant Population
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article)Using microdata from Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey (LFS) and Population Census, this paper explores how spatial characteristics are correlated with temporary employment outcomes for Canada’s immigrant population. ... -
Assessment of the Impact of Anthropogenic Evolution and Natural Processes on Shoreline Dynamics Using Multi-Temporal Satellite Images and Statistical Analysis
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article)This research aims to examine changes in the eastern part of Qatar’s shoreline from 1982 to 2018 by means of satellite imagery. Five different time periods, namely 1982, 1992, 2002, 2013, and 2018, were analysed to determine ... -
A Preliminary Assessment of Global CO2: Spatial Patterns, Temporal Trends, and Policy Implications
( Wiley-Blackwell , 2023 , Article)This study offers a comprehensive analysis of the distribution, evolution, and driving factors of CO2 emissions from 1990 to 2016 at multiple spatial scales. Utilizing 26 indicators encompassing various facets of CO2 ... -
Analysis of mode choice affects from the introduction of Doha Metro using machine learning and statistical analysis
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)The aim of this study was to investigate the possible influences of the operation of the new Doha Metro on the travel mode choice behavior in Doha City, Qatar. Revealed preference (RP) and stated preference (SP) survey ... -
Assessment of carbon footprint in Qatar's electricity sector: A comparative analysis across various building typologies
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Carbon footprint (CF) estimation has emerged as an integral tool for greenhouse gas (GHG) management, providing direction for emission reduction strategies and verification processes. Since capturing the full lifecycle ... -
UAVs for improving seasonal vegetation assessment in arid environments
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)In the last few decades, revegetation strategies for ecosystem restoration have received great attention in dryland studies, especially those related to the restoration and revegetation of native desert plants to combat ... -
Navigating Cyclone Threats: A Forecast Approach Using Water Streams’ Physical Characteristics as an Indicator to Predict High Risk Potential Areas in the Sultanate of Oman
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Tropical cyclone is a natural disaster phenomenon that is considered one of the main challenges for human populations in many countries across the globe. This study investigates the Tropical Cyclone “Shaheen” that hit Oman ... -
Navigating the confluence of artificial intelligence and education for sustainable development in the era of industry 4.0: Challenges, opportunities, and ethical dimensions
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The emergence of Industry 4.0 marks a transformative era for businesses and industries, characterized by advanced technologies like automation, Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), smart factories, and ... -
Evaluating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the geospatial distribution of buildings' carbon footprints associated with electricity consumption
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The carbon footprint (CF) linked to electricity consumption in buildings has become a significant environmental issue because of its significant role in greenhouse gas emissions. This study seeks to assess and examine the ... -
Geospatial assessment of the carbon footprint of water and electricity consumption in residential buildings in Doha, Qatar
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The process of estimating the carbon footprint (CF) has become a key method for managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, guiding strategies for emission reduction and validating those strategies. Given the complexity of ... -
Examining the potential and effectiveness of water indices using multispectral sentinel-2 data to detect soil moisture as an indicator of mudflow occurrence in arid regions
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study aims to evaluate the performance and effectiveness of six spectral water indices - derived from Multispectral sentinel-2 data - to detect soil moisture and inundated area in arid regions to be used as an indicator ... -
Enhancing vulnerability assessment through spatially explicit modeling of mountain social-ecological systems exposed to multiple environmental hazards
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The evaluation of the vulnerability of coupled socio-ecological systems is critical for addressing and preventing the adverse impacts of various environmental hazards and devising strategies for climate change adaptation. ... -
A Comprehensive Machine and Deep Learning Approach for Aerosol Optical Depth Forecasting: New Evidence from the Arabian Peninsula
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Accurate forecasting of environmental pollution indicators holds significant importance in diverse fields, including climate modeling, environmental monitoring, and public health. In this study, we investigate a wide range ... -
رشيد صيف 1799: قراءة في وثيقة الزيت والأرز
( المركز العربي للأبحاث ودراسة السياسات - معهد الدوحة للدراسات العليا , 2023 , Article)تحاول هذه الدراسة تقديم قراءة حفرية في وثيقة "فردة" عينية استثنائية، فرضها جيش الاحتلال الفرنسي على أهالي رشيد خلال آب / أغسطس 1799. وتقترح تحليلاً للظروف المعقدة الكامنة وراء إنتاج هذه الوثيقة، واستكشاف التطورات التراكمية، ... -
القمح ومشروع الإستقلال عند محمد علي: غبان الحصار القاري 1807 - 1815
( المركز العربي للأبحاث ودراسة السياسات - معهد الدوحة للدراسات العليا , 2016 , Article)ضربت فرنسا النابليونية الحصار القاري على اقتصاد بريطانيا منذ نهاية عام 1806، وبعد عام واحد امتد الحصار إلى البحار حيث جرت مطاردة جميع السفن المتجهة إلى الموانئ البريطانية، ليصبح الحصار برًا وبحرًا شديد الوطأة. وأظهرت سنوات ... -
التاريخ الاجتماعي للجواري في مصر قبيل عصر التحديث: نفيسة خاتون المرادية نموذجاً
( المركز العربي للأبحاث ودراسة السياسات - معهد الدوحة للدراسات العليا , 2015 , Article)تركّز هذا المقالة على دراسة شخصية نسائية تنتمي إلى صفوة نساء المجتمع، في مرحلة شديدة التقلب وعدم الاستقرار، بين آخر القرن الثامن عشر ومطلع القرن التاسع عشر، إنها "السيدة نفيسة" التي خطفها اللصوص من إحدى القرى الجبلية ... -
Du riz et de l'huile : Un ordre de réquisition à Rosette durant l'expédition française en Égypte
( Paris ,Collège De France , 2023 , Article)Cette étude consiste en une analyse d’un ordre de réquisition de produits alimentaires imposée par l’armée d’Orient en août 1799 aux habitants de Rosette. Il s’agit d’un document remarquable qui fait partie du corpus des ...