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View All ResearchA proposed framework for health care system in Bahrain
Nowadays, home-based health care systems are becoming one of the most important issues in smart city applications. The statistical data of death reasons in Bahrain reveals relatively high percentages of deaths from diabetic disease (15%) and heart complications (16%). The authors of this paper propose a framework for developing a [...]
Linking soft and hard total quality management practices: Evidence from Jordan
The purpose of this study is to describe the relationship between the two aspects of total quality management (TQM), soft TQM practices and hard TQM practices in manufacturing organisations. A research project was carried out in Jordanian manufacturing organisations using questionnaire survey. The relationships between the practices were examined through [...]
Fatty acid compositions of raw fish white sardinella (Oom), fish paste (Tareeh), and fish sauce (Mehiawh): Fermented fish products rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids
Objective: To evaluate the fatty acid contents of raw white sardinella fish and their two fermented products, fish paste (Tareeh) and fish sauce (Mehiawah). Design: A Prospective Experimental Basic Science Study. Setting: University of Bahrain, Bahrain. Method: Four raw Oom fish, four fish paste, and four fish sauce samples were [...]
Traditional plant-based foods and beverages in Bahrain
Background: Traditional foods are an important part of Bahraini culture, identity, and heritage. The aim of this study was to document plant-based traditional foods and beverages consumed by local Bahrainis. Methods: Traditional knowledge of plants used as food and beverage was obtained through 76 personal interviews of knowledgeable informants using [...]
Purchase behaviour of Indian customers towards environment friendly motor vehicles
At the present time lot of customers in India are buying environment friendly motor vehicles like hybrid and electric vehicles. Therefore, this study was performed to recognize the factors that influence the purchase intention of buying environment friendly motor vehicles among Indian customers. Information is collected from 125 vehicle owners [...]
The impact of social networks on individual’s behavioral change in Kingdom of Bahrain
The growth in Social Networks in Arab countries played a crucial role in civil mobilization, empowerment, shaping opinion and influencing change. The popularity of Social Networks tools has continued to grow, however, extent to what the communication via Social Networks can lead to social or individual change is still debatable [...]
Solar radiation and street temperature as function of street orientation. An analysis of the status quo and simulation of future scenarios towards sustainability in Bahrain
This paper discusses the contribution of street orientation towards the development of a comfortable microclimate for pedestrians in Bahrain. Increasing walkability is a global agenda to address issues such as a) transportation, b) energy consumption, c) health, and d) air pollution, all of which are topics of the sustainability agenda. [...]
Energy Consumption Trends in Energy Scarce and Rich Countries: Comparative Study for Pakistan and Saudi Arabia
Energy crisis is raising serious concerns throughout the world. There has been constant rise in energy consumption corresponding to the increase in global population. This sector affects the other pillars of national economy including industries and transportation. Because of these reasons, the traditional fossil-based energy sources are depleting rapidly, resulting [...]
Building Bridges through Science
Science is ideally suited to connect people from different cultures and thereby foster mutual understanding. To promote international life science collaboration, we have launched “The Science Bridge” initiative. Our current project focuses on partnership between Western and Middle Eastern neuroscience communities. Science is ideally suited to connect people from different [...]
Users’ satisfaction with the electronic health record (EHR) in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Today, many hospitals seek to adopt the latest and most sophisticated technologies in order to raise the service quality and users’ satisfaction. The Electronic Health Record (EHR) had a substantial impact on the health sector and has enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare providers. The purpose of this research [...]