University of Dubai

Mechanical properties of chemical treated pineapple leaf fiber reinforced polyester composites filled with nanoclay

Abstract This study investigates the mechanical performance of nanoclay-filled pineapple leaf fibre (PALF) reinforced polyester composites prepared using the hand lay-up technique followed by compression moulding. The influence of PALF content (5–25 wt.%), nanoclay loading (0–4 w...

The Role of Relational Stakeholder Management, Trust, and Leadership in the Success of Sustainable Construction Projects

This study aims to examine the role of Relational Stakeholder Management (RSM) on the success of sustainable construction projects in urban areas of Pakistan. The study also examines the mediating role of trust (competence trust, integrity trust, and intuitive trust) and the mode...

Reporting of justifications for withholding established effective interventions in randomised placebo-controlled trials: a systematic review

Randomised-controlled-trials (RCTs) are crucial for assessing the efficacy of new treatments. Some RCTs are placebo-controlled, which is uncontroversial when there is no established effective intervention or when a placebo is added to one. However, withholding an established effe...