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Recent Submissions
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Curcumin as a novel therapeutic candidate for cancer: can this natural compound revolutionize cancer treatment?
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article Review)Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Despite advances in medical treatments, current therapeutic strategies, including radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and surgical resection, have not ... -
Factor V Leiden (R506Q), Prothrombin G20210A, and MTHFR C677T Variants and Thrombophilia in Qatar Biobank Participants: A Case Control Study
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Background: Thrombophilia, a predisposition to develop blood clots, is very common and can have serious sequelae. Aim: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of three thrombophilia-related genetic variants-factor V ... -
Hypoxic Stress Induces Complement-Mediated Lysis of Mesenchymal Stem Cells by Downregulating Factor H and CD59
( Korean Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Society , 2025 , Article)Background: Factor H and membrane inhibitor of reactive lysis (CD59) are key regulators of complement activation. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) secrete Factor H and express CD59 to protect themselves from complement-mediated ... -
Unraveling the Omega-3 Puzzle: Navigating Challenges and Innovations for Bone Health and Healthy Aging
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (ω-3 PUFAs, n-3 PUFAs), including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), are essential polyunsaturated fats primarily obtained from fatty ... -
Identification of novel hypertension biomarkers using explainable AI and metabolomics
( Springer , 2024 , Article)Background: The global incidence of hypertension, a condition of elevated blood pressure, is rising alarmingly. According to the World Health Organization's Qatar Hypertension Profile for 2023, around 33% of adults are ... -
Unraveling the proteomic signatures of coronary artery disease and hypercholesterolemia.
( The Association of Basic Medical Sciences , 2024 , Article)Atherosclerosis, a leading cause of coronary artery disease (CAD), is heavily influenced by hypercholesterolemia (HC). Proteomics research has shown promise in identifying biological markers for CAD diagnosis and prognosis. ... -
Would Artificial Intelligence Improve the Quality of Care of Patients With Rare Diseases?
( Innovative Healthcare Institute , 2024 , Article)Rare diseases are characterized by low prevalence, they affect 4-5 patients per 10,000 people, which results in a lack of knowledge, guidelines, training, and diagnostic complexities among clinicians. This significantly ... -
Inflammation-Modulating Biomedical Interventions for Diabetic Wound Healing: An Overview of Preclinical and Clinical Studies
( American Chemical Society , 2024 , Article Review)A diabetic wound exemplifies the challenge of chronic, nonhealing wounds. Elevated blood sugar levels in diabetes profoundly disrupt macrophage function, impairing crucial activities such as phagocytosis, immune response, ... -
Against the Grain: Consumer's Purchase Habits and Satisfaction with Gluten-Free Product Offerings in European Food Retail
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Across the world and within Europe, a growing number of consumers are choosing to buy gluten-free products. Motivations for a gluten-free diet and the consequences of consuming gluten are varied, from a medical necessity ... -
Lessons from Beta-Thalassemia for Improving Iron Overload Monitoring and Management in Kidney Failure.
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Iron overload is a well-recognized complication in patients suffering from beta-thalassemia major (BTM) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD), recently known as kidney failure (KF), particularly in those who receive frequent ... -
Evaluating the Effects of BSA-Coated Gold Nanorods on Cell Migration Potential and Inflammatory Mediators in Human Dermal Fibroblasts
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Albumin-coated gold nanoparticles display potential biomedical applications, including cancer research, infection treatment, and wound healing; however, elucidating their interaction with normal cells remains an area with ... -
Enhancing Influenza Detection through Integrative Machine Learning and Nasopharyngeal Metabolomic Profiling: A Comprehensive Study
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Background/Objectives: Nasal and nasopharyngeal swabs are commonly used for detecting respiratory viruses, including influenza, which significantly alters host cell metabolites. This study aimed to develop a machine learning ... -
Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of oil and salt intake and related influencing factors in Southwestern China
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Objects: Excessive oil and salt consumption is a public health issue, notably in China where intakes surpass WHO guidelines. The present study aims to examine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Southwestern China ... -
Oral health knowledge, attitudes, and practices among female public health and nutrition university students in Qatar
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Objectives: The present study aimed to determine oral health (OH) related knowledge, attitudes, and practices among Public Health (PH) and Nutrition (NU) students at Qatar University. Method: A cross-sectional study was ... -
One hundred-year secular trends of overweight and obesity in China: effects of age, period, and cohort
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article)Objective: Obesity has become a major public health problem worldwide and particularly in China. This study examined the secular trend of overweight and obesity in China over the past 100 years. Methods: Nationwide data ... -
Detached pyloric gland adenoma of gallbladder: A case report and review of literature.
( Wiley , 2024 , Article)Vigilant intraoperative inspection is crucial during gallbladder surgery to detect any abnormal tissue including the rare pyloric gland adenomas, which can be easily missed. Thorough examination and removal of unusual lymph ... -
Gut Microbiota–Tumor Microenvironment Interactions: Mechanisms and Clinical Implications for Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Efficacy in Cancer
( Dove Medical Press , 2025 , Article)Cancer immunotherapy has transformed cancer treatment in recent years, with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) emerging as a key therapeutic approach. ICIs work by inhibiting the mechanisms that allow tumors to evade ... -
Assessing the Relationship Between the Type of Internet Use and Internet Addiction in Early and Middle Adolescents: Cross-Sectional Study From Qatar
( JMIR Publications Inc. , 2025 , Article)Background: With the increasing prevalence of digital technology, adolescent internet addiction (IA) has become a global concern. Excessive internet use, especially among adolescents, has been linked to various negative ... -
Developing a novel toffee-type soft candy process by sonocrystallization: A preliminary study
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study aimed to evaluate the applicability of sonocrystallization, an innovative process, as a low-cost and time-efficient alternative for the crystallization of confectionery dough, which is a crucial step in the ... -
Computational insights into irinotecan's interaction with UBE2I in ovarian and endometrial cancers
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Endometrial and Ovarian cancers are two highly prevalent and fatal reproductive diseases with poor prognoses among women. Elevated estrogen levels in Ovarian Cancer (OC) stimulate the endometrium, causing Endometrial Cancer ...
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