Beirut Arab University

In Vitro Anti-Proliferative and Cisplatin-Modulating Effects of Cedrus libani A. Rich Leaf Essential Oil on H460 and HT-29 Human Cancer Cell Lines

Cedrus libani A. Rich is a coniferous tree native to the eastern Mediterranean region that is known for exhibiting pharmacological properties. In the present study, we investigated the anti-proliferative effect of C. libani leaf essential oil (EO) against H460 and HT-29, as well...

Addition of low-load blood flow restriction training to conventional physiotherapy improves handgrip strength and function in patients with lateral epicondylitis at the short-term: A single-blind randomized clinical trial

Background Evidence regarding Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training for the management of lateral epicondylitis (LE) remains limited and conflicting, although BFR has shown potential to improve muscle strength in other musculoskeletal rehabilitation settings. Objective To investi...

Automated quality assurance of rigid brain CT/MR image registration using a 3D convolutional neural network

Abstract Background Accurate CT/MR registration is important in stereotactic brain radiotherapy, where small spatial errors may affect target localization and treatment planning. In many clinical settings, registration quality is still assessed primarily through manual visual ins...

Cluster headache care gaps among primary healthcare physicians in the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye: a multinational study

Cluster headache is one of the most severely disabling primary headache disorders and is frequently associated with diagnostic delay, inappropriate treatment, disability, and substantial psychosocial burden. Because primary healthcare (PHC) physicians are commonly the first point...

Waterpipe smoke condensate activates autophagy in non-tumorigenic lung epithelial cells: Implications for inflammation and stemness

Waterpipe smoking has emerged as a major global health concern, with incompletely characterized effects on bronchial epithelial cells. In this study, we investigated the cytotoxic and adaptive responses of non-tumorigenic human bronchial epithelial BEAS-2B cells exposed to waterp...

Investigation on ring-steel confinement of concrete columns utilizing recycled materials

Abstract This study explores experimental and numerical full/partial confinement on circular concrete columns using recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) and bottom ash concrete (BAC). Both RAC and BAC specimens have lower compressive strength compared to natural aggregate concrete (...

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Post‐Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage in L ebanon: A Retrospective Study

OBJECTIVE: To determine the prevalence of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage and identify associated risk factors in a Lebanese tertiary care center. METHODS: All patients who underwent tonsillectomy between January 2015 and December 2024 were included. Data were extracted from electr...

The Association Between Muscle Strength, Thigh Circumference, and Serving Efficiency in Elite Male Volleyball Players: A Prospective Observational Longitudinal Study

Background and Aim: The identification of factors that optimize competitive performance is a primary focus for athletes and coaches in any sport, particularly variables that are modifiable through tailored nutritional and training strategies. Since data regarding volleyball remai...

Nurses’ Perceptions and Behaviors Regarding Climate Change and Health: A Correlational Study Aligned With Saudi Vision 2030

ABSTRACT Climate change is an escalating threat to population health, placing increasing pressure on healthcare systems. Nurses play a pivotal role in delivering climate‐resilient healthcare; however, evidence regarding their perceptions and climate‐related health behaviors in Sa...

Chemical Profiling and In Vitro Bioactivities of Extracts from the Red Alga Jania rubens Collected from the Lebanese Coast

Jania rubens (J. rubens), a Mediterranean red seaweed, is rich in bioactive compounds with potential medicinal applications. This study investigates the therapeutic potential of Lebanese J. rubens through in vitro evaluation of its anti-diabetic, anti-coagulant, anti-inflammatory...

Theory of Architecture as the Maestro Organising AI Text-to-Image Prompts

In the wake of the Fifth Industrial Revolution, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a disruptive force in architectural design processes. One AI technique is text-to-image, which generates visual representations from textual descriptions. This research questions how architect...

Enterococcus spp. as emerging pathogens in wound infections: prevalence, Vancomycin resistance, risk factors and clinical outcomes in a tertiary care hospital in Lebanon

<title>Abstract</title> Background <italic>Enterococcus species</italic> have emerged as important nosocomial pathogens in wound infections, with growing concern regarding antimicrobial resistance and increasing prevalence over time. This study aimed to evaluate prevalence trends...

Associations of screen time and physical activity with motor control, mood, and cognitive states in adolescents following acute high-intensity interval training

Excessive screen time and insufficient physical activity are increasingly common among adolescents and have been linked to adverse physical and psychological health outcomes. This school-based cross-sectional study examined associations between sedentary screen time, physical act...