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Modeling and Performance Analysis of 3-D Heterogeneous Networks with Interference Management
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
, 2017 , Article)
This letter proposes a general 3-D model for heterogeneous networks (HetNets). The model uses stochastic geometry to describe the different network nodes' positions in a 3-D space. In addition, a new transmission scheme ...
The Politics of Sovereign Credit Spreads
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Routledge
, 2017 , Article Review)
Using a large sample of 35 developing countries for the period 1993-2009, we provide strong and robust evidence that the political institutions in place play a significant role in explaining sovereign spreads. In particular, ...
Antigenica and Genetic Characterization of Identified Rotavirus Strains in Qatar In Response to Rotarix Vaccine Usage
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Qatar University Press
, 2020 , Poster)
Aim: To identify genetic and antigenic variation in RV in response to vaccine usage. Methods: A total of 231 RV-positive fecal samples were collected from children suffering from AGE during three-year study period between ...
Genome-wide association study identifies a novel association between a cardiovascular gene polymorphism and superior athletic performance
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Qatar University Press
, 2020 , Poster)
Background: Research into the genetic predisposition to superior athletic performance has been a hindered by the underpowered studies and the small effect size of identified genetic variants. The aims of this study were ...
Spectral method solutions of a variable aspect ratio duct flow in a uniform transverse magnetic field with two different thermal boundary conditions
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Elsevier
, 2020 , Article)
© 2020 The Author(s) A laminar electrically-conducting flow inside an electrically-insulated rectangular duct in a uniform transverse magnetic field with both uniform surface temperature and uniform heat flux boundary ...
Retail Chicken Carcasses as a Reservoir of Antimicrobial- Resistant Escherichia coli
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Qatar University Press
, 2020 , Poster)
Background: The dissemination of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) bacteria has been associated with the inappropriate use of antibiotics in both humans and animals and with the consumption of food contaminated with resistant ...
The Role of the GCC Countries in Ending Piracy in the Horn of Africa
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Center for Research and Policy Studies
, 2016 , Article)
Piracy in the Horn of Africa has had a far-reaching security and economic impact both globally and regionally. The World Bank estimated that between 2008 and 2012, the global economy lost $18 billion annually due to Somali ...
Cardiac rehabilitation delivery in Africa
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Clinics Cardive
, 2019 , Article)
As of 2011, the leading cause of premature mortality in Africa is non-communicable rather than communicable disease (HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis). The burden of non-communicable
diseases (NCDs), and cardiovascular disease (CVD) ...
Utilization of simulated patients to assess diabetes and asthma counseling practices among community pharmacists in Qatar
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Springer Netherlands
, 2017 , Article)
Background Patient counseling is one of the most important services a pharmacist can provide to patients. Studies have shown that counseling provided by pharmacists may prevent medication related problems and improve ...
Delineating the plastic waste status in the State of Qatar: Potential opportunities, recovery and recycling routes.
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Elsevier
, 2019 , Article)
The Qatar's national vision (QNV2030) underlines an unequivocal commitment to maintaining harmony between the three inter-dependent pillars of sustainable development: economic growth, social development and environmental ...