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Multi-Method Analysis of Histopathological Image for Early Diagnosis of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Using Deep Learning and Hybrid Techniques
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-11)Oral cancer is a fatal disease and ranks seventh among the most common cancers throughout the whole globe. Oral cancer is a type of cancer that usually affects the head and neck. The current gold standard for diagnosis is ... -
How AI is advancing asthma management? Insights into economic and clinical aspects
(Taylor and Francis Ltd., 2023)Asthma, an increasingly prevalent chronic respiratory condition, incurs significant economic costs worldwide. Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly Machine Learning (ML), has been widely recognized as transformative ... -
Reactive oxygen species in biological systems: Pathways, associated diseases, and potential inhibitors—A review
(John Wiley and Sons Inc, 2023)Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are produced under normal physiological conditions and may have beneficial and harmful effects on biological systems. ROS are involved in many physiological processes such as differentiation, ... -
Health literacy, knowledge, household disposal, and misuse practices of antibiotics among UAE residents: a nationwide cross-sectional study
(Taylor and Francis Ltd., 2023)Background: The study aimed to evaluate health literacy, knowledge, household disposal, and misuse practices of antibiotics among the United Arab Emirates (UAE) residents. Research design and methods: An observational ... -
Microfluidic-based nanoplatforms for cancer theranostic applications: A mini-review on recent advancements
(Elsevier Inc., 2024-01)Cancer is amongst the foremost causes of death worldwide, and the field of nanotechnology presents promising prospects in terms of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Theranostics are nanoparticles (NPs) that possess ... -
Effect of Dietary Fiber Supplementation on Metabolic Endotoxemia: A Protocol for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-10)Introduction: Metabolic endotoxemia (ME) is the main cause of sub-clinical chronic inflammation, which subsequently triggers the onset of several chronic diseases. However, recent reports have indicated that dietary fiber ... -
Artificial intelligence (AI) in pharmacy: an overview of innovations
(Taylor and Francis Ltd., 2023)Pharmacies, if properly equipped, have the potential to evolve into health management centers rather than mere medication fulfillment locations. Recent years have witnessed an exponential surge in data digitization within ... -
Impact of Processing and Preservation Methods and Storage on Total Phenolics, Flavonoids, and Antioxidant Activities of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.)
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023-10)Very few studies have thus far evaluated the impact of various processing and preservation techniques (blanching, frying, freezing, dehydration, and sun drying) on the levels of total phenolics, flavonoids, and antioxidant ... -
Factors influencing pharmacists' participation in continuing education activities in the United Arab Emirates: insights and implications from a cross-sectional study
(BioMed Central Ltd, 2023-12)Background: Continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for pharmacists to maintain and enhance their knowledge and skills. The purpose of this research was to collect data about the perception of pharmacists ... -
Cydonia oblonga-Seed-Mucilage-Based pH-Sensitive Graft Copolymer for Controlled Drug Delivery—In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023)The primary objective of this study was to assess the potential utility of quince seed mucilage as an excipient within a graft copolymer for the development of an oral-controlled drug delivery system. The Cydonia ... -
Utilization of green ATR-FTIR spectroscopic method for quantitative analysis of Ibuprofen tablets
(Pensoft Publishers, 2023)Aim: The aim of this study is to propose a green and nondestructive method using the ATR-FTIR method for the quantitative analysis of Ibuprofen tablet dosage forms. Herein, the technique has been validated as an alternative ... -
The Prevalence of Stimulant and Nutritional Supplement Usage Among Students at Abu Dhabi Universities in Gyms
(North American Business Press, 2023-10-13)University students in Abu Dhabi used stimulants and nutritional supplements at gyms. The study pinpointed variations based on the variables (years of practice, education level, age, and gender) and other. 512 male and ... -
Spirulina, an FDA-approved functional food: Worth the hype?
(Cellular and Molecular Biology Association, 2023)Spirulina, a blue-green microalga is an eminent functional food due to its unique nutritional and disease-mitigating properties. The main objective of this article is to present an overview of the nutritional composition ... -
A Study of the Nutritional behavior of Basketball Players in Different Playing Centers of the Western Region Clubs in KSA
(Cosmos Scholars Publishing House, 2023)Experts in sports nutrition know that diet significantly influences athletic performance and that all basketball players should adapt specific nutritional strategies before, during and after training and competition to ... -
A cross-sectional survey on the experience of people with allergic rhinitis amidst COVID-19 pandemic: The impact of the facemask: A pilot study
(Grupo de Investigacion en Atencion Farmaceutica, 2023)Background: Since outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, almost whole world asked to wear the facemask especially in the public areas as a precaution to avoid the transmission of the disease, and curbs the pandemic. Looking from ... -
Characterization of Olive Oil Volatile Compounds after Elution through Selected Bleaching Materials—Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Analysis
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023)Using different bleaching materials to eliminate or reduce organic volatiles in deteriorated olive oils will positively affect its characteristics. This study aims to identify the volatiles of oxidized olive oil after ... -
Enhanced Antidepressant Activity of Nanostructured Lipid Carriers Containing Levosulpiride in Behavioral Despair Tests in Mice
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023)The potential of levosulpiride-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers (LSP-NLCs) for enhanced antidepressant and anxiolytic effects was evaluated in the current study. A forced swim test (FST) and tail suspension test (TST) ... -
Do mobile phone surfaces carry SARS-CoV-2 virus? A systematic review warranting the inclusion of a “6th” moment of hand hygiene in healthcare
(Elsevier Ltd, 2023)Background: Mobile phones, used in billions throughout the world, are high-touch devices subject to a dynamic contamination of microorganisms and rarely considered as an important fomite to sanitise systematically. The ... -
Linking Palliative Homecare to the Universal Health Coverage Principles and the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals Using the i* Framework’s Strategic and Social Requirements Modelling, Applied to a Cancer Care Organisation
(Zarka Private University, 2023)Adherence to the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) principles in relation to palliative care is a key WHO directive to attain as a right for every citizen. However, UHC principles have been observed to be hindered by several ... -
A narrative review of approved and emerging anti-obesity medications
(Elsevier B.V., 2023)Background: Recently, many drugs have been approved for halting overweight and obesity—few types of research shifted to using Anti-obesity medications (AOM) solely for well-being and shape-keeping. Objective: This narrative ...