Sra Annual Report 2012

SRA ANNUAL REPORT 2012
Sharjah Research Academy

Annual Report 2012
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Sharjah Research Academy - M9 - Department of Civil Engineering - The University of
Sharjah - United Arab Emirates P.O. Box 27272 shj T+97165050921 F+97165050907

Contents
WORKSHOPS & CONFERENCES ...................................................................................... 5
Middle East Coating show 2012 ............................................................................................ 5
Seminar on Pile Integrity and Rehabilitation of Concrete Structures .................................... 6
International Symposium castles in Arabian Peninsula...................................................... 7
"A Risk Approach To Geotechnical Engineering" ................................................................ 8
"Dubai Wood Show 2012" ..................................................................................................... 9
"The Regional Symposium on the Protection of Cultural Heritage in time of Crisis" ........ 10
"International Show about concrete and PMV (The BIG 5) ................................................ 11
The World Architectural Congress took place in Dubai from the 2
nd
till the 4
th
of October.
The Event is organized by Cityscape global..................................................................... 12
The third Central and south European Drymix mortar Conference/Istanbul, Turkey 15
th

of October 2012 .................................................................................................................... 14
MEMBERSHIP, CONSULTANCY, AND ADVISORY WORK ...................................... 17
ATHAR Program: ................................................................................................................ 17
Technical Coordinator for ATHAR Program: ..................................................... 17
Sharjah Research Academy and ICCROM Tests: ................................................. 17
Comments and Recommendations for ATHAR: ................................................... 18
Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Sharjah and
ICCROM: ............................................................................................................. 18
ATHAR Programs Databases: ............................................................................. 19
Member of Arab Institute of Operation and Maintenance (OMAINTEC): ......................... 20
Member of the Middle East Drymix Mortar Association (MEDMA): ................................ 24
admmc three, Miami, FL, May 8th, 2012: Preliminary Programme .................................... 24
MEDMA and SASO Technical Meetings ............................................................ 25
MEDMA General Assembly Sets Strategy, Elects New Board Members: .......... 26
Membership and Advisory for Dubai Municipality: ............................................................ 27
Awarded for the Active Involvement with Dubai Accreditation Center (DAC):
.............................................................................................................................. 27
Dubai Municipality Central Laboratories Department: ................................... 28
SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS MENTORING ................................................................ 29
Mentoring Scientific Journal Publications for the Arab Science and Technology
Foundation ............................................................................................................................ 29
AL-Hosn University Activities: ........................................................................................... 30
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Member of the Advisory Board of AlHosn University Journal of Engineering
and Applied Sciences: ......................................................................................... 30
TEACHING (LECTURES AT UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH) ....................................... 31
Letter of Approval: ............................................................................................................... 31
MEMORUNDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MoU) ........................................................... 33
MoU with URUK Engineering and Contracting Company ................................................. 33
Sharjah Institute for Medical Research (SIMR) Activities................................................ 35
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .................................................................................................. 35
INFRASTRUCTURE ......................................................................................................... 36
LABORATORIES .............................................................................................. 36
EQUIPMENT ...................................................................................................... 36
FURNITURE ....................................................................................................... 37
HUMAN RESOURCES ..................................................................................... 38
RESEARCH ........................................................................................................ 38
STUDENTS TRAINING ................................................................................................... 40
MASTER COURSES ........................................................................................ 40
SENIOR GRADUATION PROJECTS ............................................................ 40
SUMMER TRAINING ........................................................................................ 41
FUTURE DIRECTIONS .................................................................................... 42
Appendices .............................................................................................................................. 55
Appendix C: International Symposium castles in Arabian Peninsula .............................. 58
Appendix F: Al-Hosn University Journal Advisory Board: ................................. 70

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OVERVIEW

Sharjah Research Academy -SRA- was established in 2008 under the umbrella of the
Ruler's Office of Sharjah as an initiative and innovation of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan
Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, who believes in the
massive resources the universities possess.

"We must move academic staff research outcomes from the shelves to the industry to be
utilized and benefit all parties working towards sustainable development and community
service."

The aim of the Sharjah Research Academy is, in cooperation with other Educational
Institutes, to fulfill and accomplish this directive and the ambitions of academia. Also, as
H.H. believes, Education and scientific research are fundamental pillars for the progress of
a nation economically and socially.

Sharjah Research Academy exceptionally aims at serving the United Arab Emirates
community through promoting knowledge and strengthening it through academic research.
Further, Sharjah Research Academy seeks to spread knowledge and science through the
dissemination of different research studies that are conducted and prepared by its staff or that
are provided by other to it by other institutions. All such work is done by SRAto fulfill one of
its major goals which is to contribute to the rebirth and elevation of the nation.

Sharjah Research Academy has been working to find ways to utilize the rich resources
available to the academy and outsource them to the public and private sectors. Much of these
efforts and agreements focus on improving communication and coordination between
academia, public and private sector, local, state and federal agencies; and developing ways to
bring together relevant expertise to enhance added value to projects and industries.

Despite significant development within the public, private and academic sectors, the sharing
of expertise and genuine collaboration is yet to be accomplished.

The establishment of Memorandum of Understandings (MOU) between Sharjah Research
Academy and different governmental and private sectors will combine the intelligent efforts
of all participating agencies and seeks to greatly enhance the ability to add value to any
agreed project and further utilize the resources of academia and serves the needs of
community.

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WORKSHOPS & CONFERENCES
Middle East Coating show 2012/Dubai from March 12 to 14 2012, Dubai
International Conventions and Exhibition Centre
Organized by the Coating Group, Quartz Business Media Ltd
Sponsored by PPCJ Polymers Paint Color Journal & APCJ Asia Pacic Coatings Journal
The conference was supported by Sharjah Research Academy (SRA)

Dr. Mufid Samarai, Senior Advisor at Sharjah Research Academy,
participated different seminars on new products, Sustainable
preservation and super durables and beyond

The Middle East coating show is the largest dedicated coatings
event in the Middle East and the Gulf region for raw materials suppliers and equipment
manufacturers for coating industries. The Middle East coating show is continuing to expand
and the 2012 event is no exception, thus the exhibition has been extended into additional
fourth hall. Architectural applications in the Middle Eastern and African paint additives
market are expected to grow at a rate higher than industrial applications during 2008-2020.

Please see Appendix A for Press releases

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Seminar on Pile Integrity and Rehabilitation of Concrete Structures
/Dubai February 6, 2012, Dubai the courtyard by Marriott
Organized by Sigma one of the leading trading conglomerates for the construction and
industrial sector in the GCC region, including the United Arab Emirates.
Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) Actively participated in the conference.

Prof. Mufid Al Samarai representing Sharjah Research Academy Attended the seminar and
presented SRA activities in the field of pile integrity and discussed future developments of
research needed. The seminar was held at the courtyard by Marriott in Dubai on 6
th
of
February 2012 and received a certificate of participation.

Sigma Enterprises - Engineering Products Division (Sigma-
EPD) is the market leading solution provider for industry in
the United Arab Emirates and across the GCC. Sigma-EPD
has built enduring partnerships in the fields of Civil
Engineering, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Trade, Aviation,
Government and Utilities in over 30 years of service to the
region.
As mentioned on the official website of Sigma-EPD its
mission can be summarized in the following points
We delight our customers with Concept to
Completion solutions, which ensure the greatest
possible value creation over the lifetime of our
products and services.
Our highest priority is to create an environment, that sets developmental opportunities
to all those with whom we work
We keep ourselves abreast of the dynamic and demanding conditions existing in the
markets.

Sigma Team organized a Seminar on pile integrity and Rehabilitation of Concrete Structures
for all its customers from construction, contracting, testing, and educational and government
sectors. Two separate sessions were planned at Dubai and Doha and experts from our
suppliers will be giving an in depth exposure on pile integrity testing, sharing best practices
in NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) Concrete Inspection and Introducing to Concrete Ground
Penetration Radar.
Please see Appendix B for Press releases

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International Symposium castles in Arabian Peninsula
/Sharjah April 5, 2012, Sharjah Library
Organized by Sharjah Heritage Department days of Sharjah Heritage & in collaboration
with ICCROM
Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) took part in the seminar and actively participated in the
discussions
Sharjah Research Academy presented by Prof. Mufid Al Samarai attended the different
sessions of the symposium and actively participated in the discussions. He was presenting the
role of SRA as a technical coordinator for the Athar program and presented studies and
researches in this field with particular reference to traditional materials.
General Sessions International Symposium "castles in the Arabian Peninsula" Was launched
on 5th of April, 2012 at Library of Sharjah. It was attended by a group of researchers have
addressed the first session of the seminar date Castles Portuguese in the Arabian Peninsula
and the importance of their presence, and spoke from that of Professor Roy Carita Portugal.
The seminar which is held under the supervision of Dr. Zaki Aslan representative
"ICCROM", presented experiments practiced by the countries of the Gulf and Arabian
Peninsula in the province on the Portuguese castles.
The researcher Said Alsqlaoa from the Sultanate of Oman, has provided an overview on the
history of castles Portuguese in the Sultanate, noting that the Portuguese and after the
destroyed facilities coastal cities, civil and military have to rebuild facilities of war in their
own way and according to their knowledge and experience taking advantage of the good
architectural Italian that appeared sophisticated in that period of history.

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"A Risk Approach To Geotechnical Engineering"
Sharjah wed, April 11th 2012
Sharjah University- Al Bayrooni Lecture Hall (M9-007)
Organized by: Department of Civil And Environmental Engineering
Given by: Graham Church
A Risk Approach to Geotechnical Engineering was launched on 11th of April, 2012 at
Sharjah University in Al Bayrooni Hall. SRA was one of the sponsors of this activity.
It was about how to minimize the risks due to ground condition. The best value of
Geotechnical Engineering requires a Risk Based Approach in a continual process from
concept design to project completion.
The presentation explored how to join up approach from Client, Designer, and Contractor to
maximize the value and minimize the risks.

Prof. Mufid Al Samarai representing Sharjah Research Academy Attended the seminar that
was held at Sharjah University in Al Bayrooni Hall on 11th of April 2012 and actively
participate the discussion and share the information.

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"Dubai Wood Show 2012"/Dubai April 3
rd
to 5
th
Dubai International Convention &
Exhibition Center
Organized by: Strategic Marketing & Exhibitions Dubai
Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) participated and attended the show
The show, being held for the 7th year, supported by 54
media partners from 22 countries, will be organized from
April 3 to 5, 2012 at Dubai International Convention &
Exhibition Center, Halls 2 and 3. SRA was invinted to the
technical seminar parallel to the exhibition.
The Dubai Wood Show provides a unique networking
opportunity for regional and international companies in the
sector, who will be updated on the latest developments on increasing the range and quality of
wood business, and learns new techniques and sources of supply in the sector. The exhibition
is a specialized platform for companies to build new strategic relationships with buyers,
traders, investors and end-users.
This seventh edition will be particularly focused on 'wood sustainability in the Timber
industry' with a seminar and panel discussions to create awareness on the matter. The event
will be an excellent platform for exhibitors and visitors to learn about 'Timber Legality'.
The show in 2012 will had 12 country pavilions, including Germany, France, Austria, Italy,
America (USA), China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Ghana, Canada, Spain, and Turkey, reinforcing
its reputation of being the biggest wood industry trade show in the region. Amongst these, the
largest group is from USA under the umbrella of the American Hardwood Export Council
(AHEC) with 18 hardwood exporting companies. Along with exporters from French Timber
and a substantial group from Canada, including Quebec Wood Export Group and Canada
Wood Products, will also be exhibiting. There will also be a number of wood industry
businesses from the UAE and Gulf who will be participating, including Al Nibras - importer
and distributor of lumber and panel products, who will take centre stage of the Emirates
timber trade and will welcome supplier and buyers from all over the region.

Prof. Mufid Al Samarai representing Sharjah Research Academy Attended the show that was
held at Dubai and actively participate the discussion and share the information.
Please see Appendix C for Press releases

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"The Regional Symposium on the Protection of Cultural Heritage in time of
Crisis"/Sharjah May 22
nd
to24
th
American University of Sharjah (AUS)
Organized by: ATHAR- Regional Conservation Center and ICCROM, Sharjah
Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) participated and attended the Symposium
Held under the patronage of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin
Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of
Sharjah, the event, which is the first of its kind in the Arab
world, is organized by Athar Program for Conservation of
Cultural Heritage in the Arab Region affiliated to the
International Center for the Study of the Preservation and
Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) in conjunction
with the College of Architecture, Arts and Design at American University of Sharjah and
Dara.
Dr. Zaki Aslan, Athar Program Manager (Conservation of Cultural Heritage in the Arab
Region), thanked in his inaugural speech the Ruler of Sharjah for his support to the
symposium and setting up the Archaeological Center in Sharjah to become a landmark for
Arab culture renaissance. He also commended the Sharjah Crown Prince for opening the
symposium.
For his part, Fr. Stefano de Caro, Director-General of the International Center for the Study
of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) also thanked the Ruler of
Sharjh for his efforts in supporting the protection of cultural heritage and setting up of the
Archaeological Center in Sharjah.
He referred to the risks that face the cultural heritage in general and ways to tackle them,
citing the effects of global warming, especially on the Italian City on Venice.
Prof. Mufid Al Samarai representing Sharjah
Research Academy Attended the symposium
that was held at American University of
Sharjah and actively participated the
discussion and share the information. He
presented the database for Athar which SRA
developed and took active part in presenting
the experience and case studies that are
closely related to the topic.

Please see Appendix D for Press releases

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"International Show about concrete and PMV (The BIG 5)
/Dubai November 5
th
to 8
th

Organized by: BPA Worldwide, Dubai
Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) participated and attended the Show

Middle East Concrete and PMV were
organized in The Big 5 exhibition. In the second
edition, Middle East Concrete and PMV has grown
50%, and has cemented its place as the regions
platform serving the plant, machinery, Vehicles and
concrete sectors. Visitors got the chance to see the
most diverse range of products available in one place
in the region as companies like Doka, RMD
kwikform, Fosroc, MAN Trucks, Hyundai, Lafarage
and many others.
The big 5 event is to satisfy the thirst of knowledge and learning as there are a lot of
free content to show to the visitors. There was a panel session on tower crane safety debating
internation safety standards, also on precast factories. There were sessions covering the
concrete repair workshop and the internationall concrete sustainability conferences. There
were live demonstrations on some of the new products developed like Concrete Laser Screed
S-840, M/s Lonking Wheel loader and UNIC URW295 Mini Crane and many other
developed technologies.
Prof. Mufid Al Samarai representing Sharjah Research Academy Attended the show
symposium that was held at The Palladium In Jumeira Lake towers and actively participated
the discussion and share the information.

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The World Architectural Congress /took place in Dubai from the 2
nd
till the 4
th
of October.
The Event is organized by Cityscape global.
Dr. Mufid Samarai participated in the round table discussions talking about the utilization of
wood in structures.

The World Architectural congress is held annually at the early days of October. The
only global architectural gathering in the region congress for 2012 in its 8
th
edition was
held starting from 2
nd
of October till the 4
th
of October. In this edition, the goals were to
examine and overcome the current challenges in the field of architecture, determine new
standards in international best practice and provide applicable strategies to venture into
emerging markets and design sectors.
This years edition represented an all new and improved high-quality program. This
program is led and developed for the first time by an expert advisory board, to equip you with
the practical skills you need to advance your practice and stay ahead of the competition. This
congress aims also to ensure that the attendance will hear from the industry leaders about the
current challenges in the field of architecture, the new standards in international best practice
and the latest innovative strategies for applying modern sustainable design techniques. Also,
the congress aims to give the opportunity to extend the attendances business opportunities in
this shifting market by networking with your key clients.

Dr. Mufid Samarai, Senior Advisor at Sharjah Research Academy participated in
round table discussions. The key speaker presented an impressive paper on the utilization of
wood in structures. He emphasized that wood is being used in its natural form in Norway.
This is possible if the right type is used and in the right place and way. Although wood is one
of the oldest known materials of construction and the only one that is naturally renewable. A
number of factors-simplicity in fabrication; lightness; reusability; insulation from heat, sound,
and electricity; esthetically pleasing appearance; resistance to oxidation, acid attack, and salt
water; and environmental compatibility-have made this material one of the most popular in
light construction. Many products made with wood as the principal raw material have been
introduced into the construction market in the last twenty, however, generalizing its use in its
natural form is not practical and far from being safe in our environment.
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In hot and humid weather which we have in our region, lumber are also affected by
the presence of defects (imperfections). Defects are natural irregularities in the structure of
wood. The common defects are cracks, knots, and slope of grain, and occur principally during
the growing period and the drying process. They lower the strength and durability of lumber,
and should be taken into consideration in design as well as construction. Decay caused by
fungi which attack the cellulose and lignin and causing the wood to rot . Several insects that
attack wood such as termites, carpenter ants and powder beetles. Marine borers, wormlike
species related to clams and oyster, they attack wood in fresh and salty water. All of these
defects are more prominent in our environment and hence special precautions should be taken
and the freedom of using wood in its natural form is neither safe nor recommended.

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The third Central and south European Drymix mortar Conference/Istanbul, Turkey
15
th
of October 2012
Sponsored by Calucem and wacker chemie. Organized by Drymix.info
Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) participated and attended the confrenece

Central and south European Drymix mortar
Conference in its third edition took place in Istanbul,
turkey at the 15
th
of October 2012. It was a great
success. Participants in this conference were (52%)
international Drymix mortar manufacturers and (39%)
suppliers. The rest were smaller groups of distributors,
associations and research institutions. Overall, 130
delegates participated in the conference.

The welcome event was on 14
th
of October at night. It
took place at the roof terrace with an exceptional view on the Bosporus to both Asia and
Europe. This welcome event was sponsored by Calucem and Wacker Chemie. The lecturing
companies were: Baumit , Billerud, Dow Construction Chemicals, Akzo Nobel, Entegre,
Izoder, Kalekim, Kerneos, Momentive, Organik Kimya, Rockwood Additives, Sofraden and
Wacker Chemie.

As a special feature the Mega-Project "Maslak
1453" by Agaoglu Architects was presented during
lunchtime. Its over 15 towers will feature a fully
self-contained high-class living area, combined
with shops, restaurants offices and small
commercial operations. The entire area is
surrounded by a park with recreational facilities.
The next Central and South European Drymix
Mortar Conference, cedmmc four will be organized
in autumn 2014.

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Dr. Mufid attended the event as the representative of Sharjah Research Academy in
United Arab Emirates. He attended the board meeting, the general assembly and the
conference that was held. Dr. Mufid gave a lecture talking about the new products and
techniques to tackle the huge amount of ecological challenges that are enforced on the
industry. He also talked about the utilizations of the
different types of admixtures and additives in
construction.

Appendix ( ) describes more details about what Dr.
Mufids lecture was talking about.

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The fourth course on conservation and management of heritage /Sharjah, UAE
28
th
of November 2012

Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) sponsered and organized the course

In the framework of continuous
cooperation between the University
of Sharjah and the local institutes has
Academy Sharjah Research headed
by Professor Mufid Samurai hosted
approximately 40 participants from
different countries of the Arab world
to use the scientific laboratories at the University of Sharjah and held
some of the preparations session such as Environmental laboratory in
the Department of Civil Engineering at the college of Engineering. The
Professor displayed and demonstrated the use different equipment to
analyze the organic materials and climate, as well as the laboratories of
Physics Department equipment in the Faculty of Science, to
demonstrate the use of X-ray equipment in the field of archeology and
has also given a lecture about the use of microscopes to examine
samples. Participants of the course praised the equipment available in
the laboratory buildings.

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MEMBERSHIP, CONSULTANCY, AND ADVISORY WORK
ATHAR Program:
Technical Coordinator for ATHAR Program:
ATHAR, according to ICCROM official website, is a long-term program (2004-14) with a
focus on cultural heritage sites in the Arab region. The overall goal of the program is to
protect and promote the rich cultural heritage in the Arab region,
and broaden access, appreciation and understanding of its past. In
pursuit of this goal, ATHAR aims to enhance the work of official
heritage institutions, to improve the state of conservation and
presentation of heritage places on a sustainable basis.
ATHAR Programme is the result of situation analysis and needs
assessment conducted during 2003, and from an orientation
meeting held in Damascus in May 2004 with local partners in the region. ATHAR
Programme can be divided into two phases. The first phase (2004 -2007) can be explained as
the reasons that lead to the existence of ATHAR Programme. The second phase of the
programme started in the 20082009 biennium and will continue until the end of the next
biennium of 20102011. In support of this phase, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
between the Government of Sharjah and ICCROM has been signed to promote a number of
the activities of the programme, in particular training and curriculum development. This MoU
has also given the programme the patronage and support of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan
bin Mohammad Al-Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council of UAE, and Ruler of Sharjah.
Sharjah Research Academy and ICCROM Tests:
Under the Project of the Restoration of the Traditional Village of
Al Khan, The Rulers Office of Sharjah Emirate, instructed
URS/Scott Wilson to conduct quality control tests on the lime
mortar and the timber beams of the roofs of the construction of a
traditional prototype house.
Sharjah Research academy with coordination with ICCROM
accomplished tests on traditional buildings on the west coast of
Sharjah emirate were built with sea-stone and irregular coral
stone. These tests were testing compressive strength of some
building materials such as wood, bricks and mortar. Also these
tests were testing the structure of the traditional buildings such as
heritage walls in order to conserve the heritage area and buildings. The tests were done and
supported by University of Sharjah Laboratories, American University of Sharjah
laboratories and Sharjah and Dubai Municipality Laboratories.

Please see Appendix E for sample of test results.
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Comments and Recommendations for ATHAR:
Dr. Mufid Samarai, is the Technical Coordinator for ATHAR
Programme. In a document that Dr. Mufid Samarai prepared in
February 8, 2011, he mentioned that the objectives of the second
phase were to enhance the applied knowledge in management of
heritage places, including documentation, and cultural tourism,
enhance professional development in conservation methodologies
and techniques, encourage Public support and outreach in the
region.

Dr. Mufid Samarai also added that the activities of the second phase were: core regional
course on heritage site conservation and management, applied specialized course on
conservation and management of heritage sites with mosaics, applied specialized course on
integrating documentation in heritage management processes, applied Specialized Course on
Conservation Management of Stone Masonry and Earthen Structures in the Arab Region, and
two Thematic Seminars/Workshops in the Areas of Public Outreach and Higher Education in
Heritage Conservation.

Dr. Mufid Samarai added that Sharjah Research Academy (SRA), fully supports the
continuation of ATHAR programme in its new session starting January 2012 till December
2014.

Please see Appendix F to read the full document prepared by Dr. Mufid Samarai,
titled: Comments and Recommendations for ATHAR

Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Sharjah and
I CCROM:
On 21 February, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Government of
Sharjah and ICCROM was signed by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammad Al
Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, and by Mounir Bouchenaki, Director-General, ICCROM.

Under the four-year agreement, the Government of Sharjah and ICCROM will cooperate to
promote: regional education and professional development opportunities in the conservation
of cultural heritage; community development in the region through heritage awareness and
participation; curriculum development within Sharjah and regional educational institution
sand, in the long-term, establish a regional conservation center aimed at achieving the
objectives of the program. Sharjah Research Academy was involved

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ATHAR Programs Databases:
Under Dr. Mufid advisory, a databases of the ATHAR programs was developed. These
databases contains experts and participants information related to the Athar programs
activates and workshops. The databases were developed in order to collect and to document
all the information of the activities and workshops to ensure high quality in directing the
program. The database is divided into three main database categories which are they
ATHARnet Database, ATHAR Course Activities and Arab Region Institutes.

ATHARnet database provide full information about University Heritage Programmes in the
Arab Region and contains information details of experts who participated in 2008/2009/2010
and 2011 Education Workshops. Preparation time of this database was started on April 2010
until this date.
ATHAR Course Activities database provides full information on ATHAR Technical Courses
held between 2008 and 2011 in the Arab Region. The database contains information details
of participants. Preparation time of this database was started on May 2010 until this date.

Arab Region Institutes database contains full information of professional institutes and
experts in the Arab Region. The Database is being updated and modified to fulfill its purpose.

Please see Appendix G for the Database Status Report.

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Member of Arab Institute of Operation and Maintenance (OMAINTEC):
OMAINTEC is the Arab Institute of Operation and Maintenance. The aim of this institute is
to improve and promote the engineering sector through the development of professional
competence to the works of operation and maintenance. Also, the
institute aims at exchanging experience and knowledge among
professionals. Further, OMAINTEC seeks to raise the level of
capacity in terms of operation and maintenance which, in turn, seeks
to activate the training activities, research support, insurance,
technical assistance. Besides, the institute intends to publish magazines and news related to
the fields of operation and maintenance, and to provide others with scientific advice related to
operation and maintenance.
As mentioned in the official website of OMAINTEC, The Institute aims to improve the
engineering sector through the development of professional competence for the work
and operation and maintenance activities and provide its affiliates with the latest technologies
and research and engineering and technical innovations in the field of his specialty. Also the
institute aims in developing of scientific thought and professional in the field of operation,
maintenance and work to develop and activate.
The institute organizes an annual conference for the operation and maintenance in the Arab
countries under the title of International Forum for the operation and maintenance in the Arab
countries during the summer of each year has been held nine conferences so far in Lebanon,
Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
Dr. Mufid Samarai, Advisor at Sharjah Research Academy (SRA), advisor for the Directorate
of Heritage of Sharjah Department of Culture and Information, and the Technical
Coordinator for ATHAR Program, is a member of the board of directors at OMINTEC and
the representative of the fourth committee, which is the committee for research, studies, and
consultancy.
OMAINTEC is made up of five committees; Dr. Mufid Samrai is the representative of the
fourth committee that represents Jordan, Syria, Iraq, and Palestine. In conjunction with
OMAINTEC, the fourth committee will develop its capacity to serve the region gradually as
permitted by the available source sand based on the development of the region's needs and
requirements. Also, the fourth committee intends to strengthen its relation with different Arab
institutes in the field of maintenance and operation in order to enrich its experience and
benefit from their activities.
The goals and the strategies of the fourth committee are the following: create and promote a
network of Arab professionals in the Arab world, create and promote a network of university
programs related to employment and industry in the Arab region, create and promote a
database of institutes and associations, consultants, contractors and other bodies that are
identified in the framework and scope of activities of OMAINTEC.
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Also, the fourth committee works on proposing programs to the Arab public to be able to
understand the importance of operation and maintenance, support projects promoting
economic and social development that protect and enhance the continuity of culture industry
and infrastructure, contribute to documentation and dissemination of publications and
information on the activities of operation and maintenance, disseminate the results of the
Institute's activities: research, experiences, publications designed for seminars and teaching
manuals for professionals and groups of teachers to teaching young people.
Sharjah Research Academy signed on its membership with the Arab institute for Operation
and Maintenance OMAINTEC on January 1
st
2012. The membership is aimed to enhance the
cooperation between the two parties in the fields of research and studies in operation and
maintenance. The membership starts from 23
rd
of January and lasts for the next three years.

OMAINTEC is an institution that was established in Beirut in 2004 during the third
international seminar for operation and maintenance. OMAINTEC aims at presenting its
members with the most modern engineering innovations and researches in the fields of
operation and maintenance engineering to effectively contribute to the enrichment of the
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engineering sector. This course of action will provide a basis to share the expertise between
the specialists and engineers in the field of operation and maintenance engineering in the
Arab countries.
The institute council is composed of 12 members including the president and the vice
president. The institute head office is currently in Beirut but other branches in various Arab
countries are to be inaugurated soon.
The current council is composed of:
Dr. Muhammad Abdul-Aziz Al-Fawzan President Saudi Arabia
Dr. Zuhair Muhammad Al-Sarrag Vice President Saudi Arabia
Dr. Essam Abdul-Aziz Sharaf Member Egypt
Prof. Mufid Al-Samarai Member Iraq
Prof. Omar Khalifa Quniber Member Libya
Dr. Omar Hassan Al-Saqaf Member Yemen
Eng. Muhammad Suleiman Al Raffaa Member Saudi Arabia
Dr. Ali Hamza Member Syria
Dr. Othman Ahmed Hammad Member Sudan
Dr. Tariq Muhammad Nassab Member Lebanon
Dr. Emad Walid Sheblaq Member Palestine
Eng. Abdul-Al-Hady hassan Al-Sheikh Member Saudi Arabia
The council is currently completing the procedures to prepare memorandums of
understanding with several institutes and organizations such as:
The ministry of public works and transport Lebanon
Saline water conversion corporation
King Saud University
Military works ministry of defense Saudi Arabia
League of Arab States
Saudi Electricity Company
Technical and Vocational training Corporation Saudi Arabia
University of Toronto
OMAINTEC has accepted the membership of Sharjah Research Academy Among the
memberships of institutes and organizations according to article number 4-6 of the
fundamental system of the institute starting from January 23, 2012.
Dr Mufid Al Samarai a senior advisor in Sharjah Research Academy since 2009 and the head
of the forth group and member of the Arab institute council for operation and maintenance
said that the academy was established in 2008 via a generous gesture from His Highness Dr.
Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi Member of the Supreme Council Governor of Sharjah that
shares in the sustainable development in the Arab countries and supports the studies and the
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researches in the field of engineering and many other fields that shares the common interest
in the scientific development and is keen to develop the society of knowledge and participate
in the preparation of a distinct generation of academics and professionals working in the
academic, cooperation, and Forums media to preserve the monuments through maintenance
and operation.
Dr Mufid Al Samarai added the fourth group is specialized in the research and consultancy
in the fields of operation and maintenance and executing the studies and field research and
analyze it to formulate applicable programs and supply the necessary aid to the rest of the
groups and bodies that wish to develop their own programs and supervise what the institute is
publishing

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Member of the Middle East Drymix Mortar Association (MEDMA):
Middle East Drymix Mortar Association (MEDMA) is the industry association of drymix
mortar manufacturers in the Middle East . It is headquartered in Dubai, U.A.E. and has
regional chapters in the region. Also, MEDMA is dedicated to promote an integrative,
quality minded approach to drymix (factory made) mortars to the Middle East.In order to
fulfil this, as mentioned in the official website, MEDMA will support R&D of drymix
mortars, additives and equipment, install a system of quality control and certification for
drymix mortars, educate applicators, specifiers and state bodies on the use of drymix mortars,
install a system of quality control and certification
for drymix mortars, standardize the various types of
drymix mortars, and make drymix mortar
technology known throughout the region.
The tasks of this association include, but are not limited to, the following points: establish
working relationships with specifiers (consultants, architects, owners) and contractors in the
region, establish industry specifications for the various applications of drymix mortar, and
participate in committees for the introduction of standards.
According to MEDMA official website, the goals of this asscoiation is to: promotedrymix
mortar technology, standardize drymix mortars, form a quality minded community of drymix
mortar manufacturers, introduce and support new technologies for drymix mortar application,
and adapt drymix mortar applications for the region.

admmc three, Miami, FL, May 8th, 2012: Preliminary Programme
The early booking phase for the Third American Drymix Mortar Conference admmc three
yielded already over 100 delegate registrations from major players in the drymix mortar
industry. A large group will be coming from Latin America, especially from Mexico, Puerto
Rico and Brasil. admmc three takes place on May 8th at Hotel Hilton Downtown Miami,
Florida (reduced delegate rate is still available, please mention drymix.info when booking
your room). admmc three features an Industry Showcase with gold stands by Caltra, Dow
Construction Chemicals, Elotex, Evonik, Haver Filling Systems, Kerneos, Poraver, Rotec,
Sofraden and Wacker. The Drymix Mortar Yearbook 2012 (currently in print) will be
published on occasion of this conference, it contains contributions from Beumer, Dow,
drymix.info, Elotex, Kerneos, MIG mbH, Rotec and Sofraden.

Here is the preliminary programme (in alphabetical order by lecturers' last names; subject to
change without notice):
Time Stable Reactivity for Dry Mix Mortars, Charles Alt, Kerneos
The Comparison of Various Rheological Techniques with the ISO 13007-2 Slip Test,
Dr. Randall Bright, Laticrete International
Controlling Air Pore Size and -Distribution as a Means to Optimize the Surface
Quality of Self-Levelling Underlayments (SLU), James Fenn, Evonik .
A Total Systems Approach to Maximize Performance in Self Leveling Flooring Applications,
Linda Kim-Habermehl, Dow Construction Chemicals
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Greenwashing or Sustainability? First Results of the Green Mortar Study 2012,
Ferdinand Leopolder, drymix.info
Measurement of Shear Resistance and Modulus of Cementitious Tile Adhesives, Neil
McMurdie, Mapei
Use of a Glass-Containing Metakaolin as Active Filler in Drymix Mortars, Dr.
Michael Monz, Poraver North America
Calcium Sulpho Aluminate and Amorphous Calcium Aluminate - a New Cement
Technology, Ludo van Nes, Caltra
Latest Development in Tile and Stone Installation Products (TSIP), Thomas Wanke,
Ardex
MEDMA and SASO Technical Meetings
Sharjah 18 September, 2012 at the University of Sharjah (UoS)
Organized by Middle East Drymix Mortar Association MEDMA The Saudi Standards,
Metrology and Quality Organization SASO and Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) .
Sharjah Research Academy in its endeavor to promote advances in materials and
construction technologies and its support of any activities involved in research or application
that enhances the quality control and life expectancy of structure, hosted the technical
meetings of MEDMA and Saudi Metrology and Quality SASO. This was the first time for the
committee to held a meeting out of Saudi Arabia.
MEDMA is the international association for the promotion of Dry-mix Mortars for better,
faster, longer-lasting and quality minded construction.
Modern dry-mix mortars are sustainable, locally
produced materials that minimize construction time,
energy consumption, failures and maintenance time and
cost. MEDMA's main purpose is to promote the use of
state-of-the-art drymix mortar products such as masonry
mortars, renders, plasters, tile adhesives, grouts, self-
leveling flooring compounds, external insulation and
finishing systems (EIFS), concrete repair. This is being
done by arranging expert hearings, conferences, publishing articles, contacting the relevant
legislators and proposing specifications for the products and Codes of Practice for the
applications. Sharjah Research Academy is an active member of MEDMA.
AS stated in the SASO website the Saudi Standards, Quality and Metrology Organization
(SASO) being the sole standardization body in the Kingdom, is entrusted with all activities
related to standards and measurements which include formulation and approval of national
standards for all commodities and products as well as standards concerned with metrology,
calibration, marking and identification of commodities and products, methods of sampling,
inspection and testing, in addition to other assignments resolved by SASO Board of
Directors. Also to publishing Saudi standards and to promote standardization awareness by
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publicity and other means and coordinating all activities relating to standards and
measurements in the Kingdom.

Dr. Mufid Samarai, is a member of the technical committee of MEDMA. He hosted the
meeting of the technical committee of the Dry-Mix Organization at the University of Sharjah
Central Laboratories. The program was to set a meet at the Central laboratories at the
university after having a tour in the labs. Technical committee of the Dry-Mix Organization
was hosted in order to emphasize the scope of MEDME and its technical committee goes
along the aims of the academy which is to find ways to utilize the rich resources available to
the academy and government institutes, and outsource them to the public and private sectors.
One of the important outcome of the meeting was to give Sharjah Research Academy a
permanent role in the country and inviting it to the conformity in region.
MEDMA General Assembly Sets Strategy, Elects New Board Members:
The Middle East Drymix Mortar Association held its Annual General Assembly in Dubai,
UAE during the Middle East Coatings Show in March. President Laith Haboubi outlined the
future strategy of MEDMA: the key project for 2012 is the establishing of a fully equipped
laboratory for the testing of Cementitious. This lab will offer tests according to international
standards for the entire industry, members of MEDMA can use the lab for their own testing at
greatly reduced rates.
SRA had a participation in MEDMA, Dr. Mufid Samarai, is a member of the technical
committee of MEDMA participated in this meeting and shared the discussion and the
information.

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Membership and Advisory for Dubai Municipality:

Awarded for the Active Involvement with Dubai Accreditation Center
(DAC):
Dubai Accreditation Center is the foremost accreditation organization working in the
Arabian Gulf region. Also, it is the official successor of the accreditation unit in the
Accreditation and Metrology Section (AMS) of Dubai Central
Laboratory Department in the Dubai Municipality. Further,
Dubai Accreditation Center provides accreditation services to
all types of Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) including
testing and calibration laboratories, inspection bodies and
certification bodies as per international standards.

Dubai Accreditation Department DAC has selected Dr. Mud Samarai, Senior advisor in the
Sharjah Academy for Scientic Research as a member in the DAC Advisory Technical
Committee from 29 September 2010 as a representative for the category of Academia. Dubai
Accreditation Department , hereafter referred to as DAC is the sole authority for the granting
maintenance suspension or withdrawal of accreditation . DAC provides accreditation services
to all types of Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) including testing and calibration
laboratories, inspection bodies and certification bodies as per international standards .

On June 14, 2011, Dr. Mufid Samarai, , received
a certificate on behalf of SRA from Ms. Amina
Mohammed Director of Dubai Accreditation
Department. This certificate was awarded to
SRA in recognition of its efforts in helping the
Dubai Accreditation Department achieve their
plans and goals. The event took place in the
Dubai Municipality Clubs Zabeel Hall to mark
World Accreditation Day 2011.This important
event was covered by several press news like: Zawya, Gulf News, WAM, Al Khaleej,
Dubib.com, FANA News, and Gulf Today. Dr. Samarai mentioned that all sectors should
realize the importance of accreditation as a vital part of economic development.

Dr. Mufid Samarai said that: I am honored to be accepting this certificate
on behalf of the Sharjah Research Academy. The Academy is actively
involved in many activities related to accreditation, including
specifications testing, and standards and quality control, and we are
delighted that this involvement in promoting quality control in academia
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and industry has been recognized. It is our hope that people and organizations in all sectors
will recognize the importance of accreditation and standardized measurement, and that
accreditation will continue to be a vital part of economic development, not only in the UAE,
but throughout the region.

Dr. Mufid Samarai also praised the role of the UAE in general and Dubai in particular in
the accreditation of Conformity Assessment Bodies, and the extensive emphasis on quality
control and accreditation of laboratories, inspection bodies, certification bodies and health
establishments, which are the most acclaimed and respected in all the region. Further, on the
basis of this event, Dr. Samarai received an email from Ms. Amina Mohammed where she
said the following: we thank you for your ongoing and fruitful participation and cooperation
with Dubai Accreditation Center in Dubai Municipality. Without your persistent efforts and
opinions, the center wouldnt have realized all these accomplishments. We wish you
continuous progress and success.

Please see Appendix J for press releases.

Dubai Municipality Central Laboratories Department:
Dubai Central Laboratory Department of Dubai Municipality Department of inspection and
certification Has selected Dr. Mufid Al Samarai Senior advisor in the Sharjah Research
Academy as a member in the Dubai Central Laboratory Committee carry out inspection and
quality control tests according to what stipulated in the Local Order used in the Emirates of
Dubai.

Open House Meeting for testing and Calibration Laboratories:
Dr. Mufid Samarai is invited to participate in the Open House Meeting for testing and
Calibration Laboratories that will be held on Thursday 8
th
of December 2011in Zabeel Hall
,Dubai municipality club as Sharjah Research Academy representative.

Membership of DCLD Certification Advisory Committee:
Dr. Mufid Samari ,Senior Advisor at Sharjah Research Academy (SRA), Technical
Coordinator of ATHAR Programme, and advisor for the Directorate of Heritage of Sharjah
Department of Culture and Information, is also one of the members of DCLD Certification
Advisory Committee.

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SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS MENTORING
Mentoring Scientific Journal Publications for the Arab Science and
Technology Foundation
The Arab Science and Technology Foundation (ASTF) sponsored the international initiative
to engage the Iraqi Scientific and Technological Community to develop their country. This
initiative was executed in cooperation with Sandia National Laboratories; it started from 2004
till the end of 2006 as the primary stage.
A lot of international and national organizations contributed in this initiative, like: UNESCO,
this initiative started by 5 development programs, and the value of its fund reached 217,000
US Dollar.
Through this international initiative, About 53 projects were funded, that included 41
researchers and 184 researchers assistant, in addition to the international cooperator with the
Iraqi researchers. ASTF conducted comprehensive field survey to identify the main needs for
the Iraqi scientific community, and about 435 new scientific ideas excreted from the surveys
result, besides focusing on 12 essentials scientific fields to develop Iraq.
In January 2012, Sharjah Research Academy was nominated to be one of the main mentors
for the project. The duties of the mentor were to mentor two research papers. Prof. Mufid Al
Samarai representing Sharjah Research Academy was assigned to mentoring some of these
projects. Among these projects was a paper that is titled Evaluation of Thermal Performance
of a New Design Bricks done by Prof. Dr. Qasim Doos Al-Aattaby and another paper which
is titled Design and Construction a Pilot Plant for Production Bleaching Earth Using Iraqi
Clay Raw Material done by Assist Prof. Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim, Assist Prof. Dr. Najat
Jumah Saleh, Dr. Raheek Asmaell Lecture, Dr. Jamal Alrubiy Lecture and Luma Hussein
Lecture Assist.

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AL-Hosn University Activities:

Member of the Advisory Board of AlHosn University Journal of Engineering and
Applied Sciences:
Al-Hosn University, Abu Dhabi, UAE, believes in educating professionals to be leaders for
a modern community. As an institution of higher education, it prides itself on being a creative
agent for change and diversity. It pledges to emphasize a faculty-student learning community
that promotes the value of service and research and employs collaborative
educational strategies that develop teamwork, utilizes real-life experience,
fosters caring, and prepares for the realities of the marketplace of the
future. This mission can be recognized from the statement Global
Knowledge with Local Vision, which is the motto of the university

AlHosn University started publishing the Journal of Engineering
and Applied Sciences in 2007 because of the strong belief in the
importance of action research that highlights several aspects of
teaching and learning that take place in the classroom.

This biannual journal aims to emphasize the use of engineering
design and analysis, and to strike a balance between research and
application as well as dissemination of information to both
researchers and practitioners.

Dr. Mufid Samarai, Senior Advisor at Sharjah Research
Academy, Technical Coordinator of ATHAR Programme, and
advisor for the Directorate of Heritage of Sharjah Department of Culture and Information, is
a member of the Advisory Board of ALHOSN University Journal of Engineering and
Applied Sciences. Dr. Samarai has been among
the Advisory board from the time the journal
was first published.

Please see Appendix H for the
Advisory Board

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TEACHING (LECTURES AT UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH)
Letter of Approval:
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MEMORUNDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MoU)
MoU with URUK Engineering and Contracting Company
Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) - part of the Government of Sharjah and a respected
academic institution with expertise in various aspects of engineering, and Uruk Engineering
and Contracting Company have entered into a
Memorandum of Understanding for SRA to
provide various services to Uruk.

The MoU - which seeks to provide a framework
and working mechanism for advisory services,
to define the working relationship and outline
the parties' intents, and to identify best practices
for agreed services - stems from a growing
recognition on the part of the UAE's leadership
of the need to increase cooperation and
coordination between the academic and private
sectors.

"The Academy has grown in a short
time to become one of the most
respected Scientific Centers in the
region, and we recognize that,
despite significant improvement in
cooperation between the academic
and private sectors, further
development is always possible".

Dr. Jafar DhiaJafar, Managing
Director of Uruk Engineering and
Contracting Company LLC, shares
this ambition. "We are primarily
stationed in UAE and Iraq ,offering
turnkey solutions in all areas of
engineering and construction,
employing the best local expertise
while seamlessly integrating state-of-the-art technology ,resources and best practices through
our international partners.

"Through this relationship with the Sharjah Academy, we will be able to supplement what we
can offer, tap into the Academy's rich resources and expertise in the fields of soil testing,
supervision and evaluation, knowledge of the latest international codes and standards, and
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their assistance in negotiations with other parties", says Dr. Jafar. He adds, "We are
extremely happy to have entered into what we have no doubt will be a mutually productive
and worthwhile relationship".

This agreement would not have been possible without the support of Sheikh Sultan Al
Qassimi, and his Special Advisor for Higher Education, Dr. AmrAbdulhamid.

Dr. Abdulhamid said, "Much of the efforts we have taken to improve cooperation between
the private and public sectors focuses on improving communication between academia,
companies and state institutes at all levels of government. It is only along this path that we
can enhance added value to projects and industries, serve the community, and continue to
make the GCC region one of the world stop scientific centers of excellence".

Upon signing this MoU, Dr. Jafar, representing Uruk, and Dr. AmrAbdulhamid, representing
SRA, signed a contract on January 2011 that aimed at working on a project titled: Modeling
of Foundation Design Calculation and Dynamic Analysis for Gas Turbo generators and their
Stacks. Working on the project involves two teams. The first team is University of Sharjah
Team (UOST) represented by Dr. Samer Barakat, Dr. Salah Altoubat, and Dr. Maher Omar.
UOST will operate under the auspices of SRA. The second team is Uruk Engineering and
Contracting Company represented by Dr. Jafar D. Jafar, Mr. Harith Aboud, and Mr. Hassan
Kharoufa.

Both parties agreed that the estimated cost of the project is 100,000 AED and will be paid on
different phases. After signing the MoU, SRA received the first payment of the study, 10,000
Dhs that is 10% of the total 100,000 AED, from Dr. Jafar to commence implementation of
the contract.

Both parties look forward for further cooperative and successful work.

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Sharjah Institute for Medical Research (SIMR) Activities
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Sharjah Research Academy (SRA) was established by His Highness Sheikh Dr.
Sultan Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah with a goal
to promote research in different fields. The Sharjah Institute for Medical Research
(SIMR) is a medical research branch of the SRA and a partner of the University of
Sharjahs Medical Excellence Cluster (SMEC, which comprises the colleges of
Medicine, Dentistry, Health Sciences, Pharmacy and University Hospital Sharjah).

Capacity building in biomedical and health research is critical in building a
knowledge-based economy driven by scientific innovation and technologies. SIMR
contributes to capacity building at the individual, institutional, organizational and
national levels. It plays an active role in the education and training of scientists from
Sharjah and the region through different mechanisms and programs. Established in
2010, SIMR spreads across 7000 sq meters and encompasses 17 laboratories
including specialized platforms for imaging, tissue culture and animal facility among
others.

SIMR currently supports research projects of SMEC scientists. Research is done in
the fields of cancer biology, diabetes, pharmacology and drug discovery. Research
grants have been obtained to support these researchers from several institutions,
including the University of Sharjah, Emirates Foundation, LOreal for Women in
Science Award, Sheikh Hamdan Award, National Science Foundation, Baker/IDI
National Diabetes Epidemiological, Ministry of Health, Sanofi Avantis and Terry Fox
research grant.

Importantly, SIMR is the cornerstone of the Master and Ph.D. programs in Molecular
Medicine and Translational Research. Students from these programs as well as
other students of SMEC exploit the state-of-the-art facilities and conducive
intellectual environment to train in research methodologies and critical thinking
specifically using techniques in molecular biology, pharmacology, tissue culture and
microscopy. The mobility of students between SIMR and the SMEC partner
institutions will facilitate knowledge sharing and transfer of know-how and enhance
the interactions and collaborations between the different institutions.

An integral part of the progress of the research at SIMR is the support personnel. In
addition to the senior researchers and students, SIMR encompasses teaching and
laboratory assistants to assist in research projects and maintain laboratory
equipment. SIMR educational programs undeniably play a significant role in
developing research in the UAE and GCC countries.

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INFRASTRUCTURE
LABORATORIES

Several laboratories have been designated at SIMR, these are as follows:

1. Imaging Platform
2. Tissue Culture Facility
3. Cold Room
4. Chemical Lab
5. Molecular Analysis Lab
6. Molecular Genetics Lab
7. Pharmacology Lab, Drug Discovery and Development
8. Instruments Room
9. Microbiology Lab
10. Animal facility
11. Radioactive Lab
12. Diabetes Epidemiology research lab

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT RECEIVED appendix 1
The establishment of technological research platforms and core facilities prime
function is to support the experimental research carried out by the scientific research
programs and educational activities at SIMR and partner institutions.
In order to equip the laboratories and establish state of the art platforms for
scientific research, equipment valued at 3.7 million AED has been ordered, delivered
and installed.

These platforms include:

1. Imaging platform: including a confocal and immunofluorescence microscopes
2. Tissue culture platform: including a Hypoxy station
3. Molecular Biology platform including thermal cycler and real-time PCR
4. Biochemistry platform including Western Blotting and SDS-PAGE
electrophoresis

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EQUIPMENT IN PROGRESS OF INSTALLATION appendix 2

The following equipment are in progress of installation
1. Biochemistry platform (centrifuges)
2. Liquid Nitrogen generator
3. Laboratory washing machine
EQUIPMENT TO BE ORDERED appendix 3

Set up of additional platforms for the next phase of the research is essential to keep
up with ever-expanding scientific research. These platforms include:
1. Flow cytometer and Mass spectrometer
2. Animal facility equipment
3. Radioactive laboratory

FURNITURE

FURNITURE RECEIVED

Laboratories have been set up with appropriate needed furniture, in addition to work
stations and desks. SIMR is also equipped with a conference room that is used for
the Master and PhD courses.

FURNITURE NEEDED

SIMR as it grows will need to be completely equipped with essential furniture to
ensure comfort of the working staff. These include:
1. Set up of the second floor kitchen area
2. Set up of the first floor lounges / kitchen areas

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HUMAN RESOURCES
In addition to the research projects conducted by faculty members (listed below
pg.6), several faculty members and technicians are involved in the operation of
SIMR. The number of working staff continues to grow in parallel to the progress in
research. These are listed as follows:
NAME TITLE AFFILIATION

UNIVERSITY
OF SHARJAH
SHARJAH
RESEARCH
ACADEMY
Dr Rania Zaarour Assistant Professor 50 % College of
Medicine
50 % Sharjah
Research Academy
Dr Fui Goon Goh Assistant Professor 25 % College of
Medicine 25%
College of
Pharmacy
50 % Sharjah
Research Academy
Dr Farhan Cyprian Assistant Professor 50 % College of
Medicine
50 % Sharjah
Research Academy
Ms Hiba Barqawi Lecturer 50 % College of
Medicine
50 % Sharjah
Research Academy
Mr AbdulKarim
Mohammed
SafiUllah
Technician labor
animal facility Grade
12
100% Sharjah
Research academy
Ms Maha Bader Administrative
Assistant
100% Sharjah
Research academy
Ms Tasneem Obaid Clinical Tutor 50 % College of
Medicine
50 % Sharjah
Research Academy

RESEARCH
The SIMR conducts biomedical research which target regionally specific diseases to
substantially improve the public health of the people of the Emirates. It focuses on cancer,
diabetes, cardiovascular and infectious diseases research with an emphasis on
translating scientific research results into clinical applications in close collaboration with its
partner institutes.
The SIMR helps to build-up Sharjahs human capacity and physical resources required for
research addressing the health challenges and combat diseases and improve public health
in Sharjah and the region.
Publications generated by the conducted research is summarized in appendix 4

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The current research projects are:

Research project Supported by Researcher Status
The UAE National Diabetes and
lifestyle survey
Sanofi Aventis
(1.2M); Baker
IDI (180,000);
MOH
Dr Nabil
Sulaiman, Dr
Maisoon
Mairghani
In Progress
Targeting Cancer, Alzheimers
and Bacterial Infections: Design
and Synthesis of Novel Lead
Drug Candidates
NRF 1M Dr. Raafat El-
Awady, Dr.
Raed Abu
Odeh, Dr.
Maha Saber,
Dr. Mohamad
Harb Semreen,
Dr. Taleb Al-
Tel
In Progress
Impact of genetic instability on
tumor progression and
resistance to cytotoxic
treatment: role of p53, WNT
signaling and their interaction
with anti-apoptotic factors.
Sheikh Hamdan
Award 130,000
; Terry Fox
Foundation
(400,000)
Dr. Wael
Abdel-Rahman,
Dr Salem
Chouaib
In Progress
Effect of hypoxia-induced HIF-1
and STAT3 in the tumor
microenvironment and the use
of recombinant vectors to
activate anti-tumor immune
response.
Sheikh Hamdan
Award 146,000
Dr. Raed Abu
Odeh, Dr
Salem Chouaib
In Progress
Analysis and manipulation of
tumor microenvironment
towards control of tumor
progression
Sheikh Hamdan
Award 106,150;
LOreal Women
for Science
73,400
- Seed Grant
UOS 20,000
Dr Rania
Zaarour, Dr
Salem Chouaib
In Progress
Dissecting the role of Nuclear
Factor-kappa B in hypoxia-
induced chemo-resistance of
breast cancer cells.

Seed Grant
UOS
20,000
Dr Fui Goh, Dr
Salem Chouaib

In Progress
Interplay of TGF-B and HIF-
1alpha in activation and
regulation of cytotoxic T cells in
the tumor
microenvironment.
Dr Farhan
Cyprian, Dr
Salem Chouaib
In Progress

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STUDENTS TRAINING
MASTER COURSES
The Master and Ph.D. programs in Molecular Medicine and Translational Research are
the cornerstone of the recently established SIMR. Four students constitute the initial
cohort of these programs. These students conducted research as part of the
laboratory courses given in the curriculum.
Students participated at SIMR in the following laboratory courses:
Modern Techniques in Molecular Biology Lab (900704): The students performed
experiments relating to molecular biology, DNA isolation, and tissue culture
maintenance of cancer cell lines, in addition to applying laboratory safety and learning
basic laboratory techniques and making of necessary buffers and solutions.
SENIOR GRADUATION PROJECTS
Two graduation projects under the supervision of Dr. Raafat El-Awady in the college of
Pharmacy, were conducted at SIMR in 2012 by year 5 Pharmacy students for a
duration of 3 months each as follows:
Project title Number of students Hours/
week
Project outcome
1. Cancer stem
cells: the key to
complete
remission
2 8 The students have
completed their
graduation project
successfully and were
able to separate cancer
stem cells from the
population of cancer
cells in some cancer cell
lines
2. Aflatoxin, a liver
carcinogen: are
we in the safe
side
2 8 The students have
analyzed some food
stuffs collected from
different sources in
Sharjah and Dubai for
their content of the liver
carcinogen; aflatoxin. It
was found that the level
of this carcinogen is
within the internationally
accepted limit in all the
analyzed samples

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SUMMER TRAINING

A specialized topic course on Basic buffer making and Tissue culture
maintenance was offered at the SIMR for the first time during the summer of 2012
for a duration of 4 weeks (20 hours). This course is designed to familiarize
individuals with the basics of working in a laboratory, including laboratory safety,
buffer making and associated calculations and tissue culture and maintenance of
cancer cell lines. This course targets students of various backgrounds who are
interested in getting a feel of the laboratory environment while broadening their
understanding of specific scientific techniques and their applications to disease.

Fourteen students participated during the summer of 2012 from the colleges of
medicine and pharmacy. The students course experience was highly positive.

Appendix 5 : Students feedback

The students were as follows:

Student Name Affiliation Year
1 Heba Walid Mohammad Medicine 3
2 Noor Imad AbdulJabbar Medicine 3
3 Hafsa Abdiwali Ahmed Medicine 3
4 Mohamed Tayseer
Shamaa
Medicine 2
5 Amer AlHomssi Medicine 2
6 Majd Jamal Ahmad Medicine 2
7 Mousa AbuGhoush Medicine 2
8 Khalid Alrifai Medicine 2
9 Sara Almukdad Pharmacy 4
10 Aya Ahmed Pharmacy 4
13 Fatima Mohamed Atia Pharmacy 4
14 Shafwa Almuzaini Pharmacy 4
15 Mona Jaber Pharmacy 2
16 Marwa Ghabra Pharmacy 2

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FUTURE DIRECTIONS

SIMR plans to offer additional specialized topic courses to train young scientists
and investigators. These intensive training courses emphasize hands-on laboratory
work covering a wide variety of topics and techniques supported by lectures and
tutorials. Around 10 to 15 candidates can be enrolled for each session that has a
duration of 1 to 4 weeks.

The specialized courses that will be offered at SIMR include:

1. Basic tissue culture and laboratory techniques
2. Advanced tissue culture, stem cell culturing and hypoxic tissue culturing
techniques
3. Basics of animal handling and surgical techniques (transgenic mice)
4. Basic histology and light microscopy
5. Introduction to conjugated-antibody cell labeling and immunofluorescent
microscopy
6. Advanced tissue imaging: Confocal microscopy
7. Introduction to Flow cytometry, cell sorting and biomarker detection
8. Introduction to primer designing and RT-PCR
9. Advanced molecular biology techniques and cloning
10. Introduction to composition & assembly of molecular machines by mass
spectrometry

In addition to offering these specialized courses, SIMR provides a unique opportunity
in the region to extend research by offering its platforms to other academic and
industrial research institutes in the region that may require the state of the art
equipment installed at SIMR.

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APPENDIX 1
EQUIPMENT RECEIVED
A Equipment Phase One
SN Item's Name Qty
unit
price
Cost
1 Thermal cycler 2 23688 47376
2 Epi-Fluorescent Microscope 1
120000 120000
3 Gel documentation system 1 22400 22400
4 Electroporator 1 13500 13500
5 Power supply for horizontal electrophoresis 4 2340 9360
6 Horizantal Electrophoresis (DNA mini gel system) 2 2000 4000
7 Horizantal Electrophoresis (DNA wide mini gel system) 2 2930 5860
8 Horizantal Electrophoresis (DNA midi gel system) 2 2930 5860
9 Horizantal Electrophoresis (DNA wide gel system) 2 3900 7800
10 Universal mutation detection system 1 69000 69000
11
Lab Water Purification System analytical grade
water (type II water)
1
24583 24583
12 60 L reservoir to guarantee stored water of consistent purity 1 4792 4792
13
Lab Water Purification System ultrapure water (type I) from
type II water input
1
40528 40528
14 Table top Microcentrifuge (refrigerated) 2 12680 25360
15 Table top Microcentrifuge 2 6850 13700
16 Mini-Centrifuge 2 911 1822
17 Bench top refrigerated centrifuge Fully automatic 2 48780 97560
18 Hypoxy Station 1 222043 222043
19
Mini Format Vertical Electrophoresis components: lid & tank,
combs, spacer plates, short plates, casting frame, sample
loading guides, casting stand
2
2855 5710
20 Tank Transfer System 2 1699 3398
21 Hybridization oven 1 11885 11885
22 Digital Hot plate stirrer 2 1760 3520
23 Block heater 4 3670 14680
24 Shaker platform 3 5625 16875
25 Vortex 4 1448 5792
26
Shaking water Bath can be used as shaker only or shaking bath
27L
2
11200 22400
27 Water Bath 2 3995 7990
28 Stackable Shakers (3 Stacking together above each other) 3 90976 272928
29 ELISA washer/reader 1 22925 22925
30 Balance 2 817 1634
31 Analytical Balances 2 5200 10400
32
Laboratory burners with IR-Sensor and stainless steel foot
pedal
2
2409 4818
33 Laboratory gas burners 4 130 520
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34 Spectrophotometer 2 19704 39408
35 Bench top digital pH meter 2 2250 4500
36
Vacuum pump use for distillation, filtration & electrophoresis
gel driers portable
3
5557 16671
37 Upright Freezers -20c 2 13430 26860
38 Ice machine 1 13030 13030
39 Light Microscope 4 3205 12820
40
Inverted Microscope for transmitted light brightfield with
condenser
2
15990 31980

1286288
A Phase Two

SN Item's Name Qty unit price Cost
1 Confocal Microscope 1
1800000 1800000
2 Ultra low temperature (Cryogenic) chest Freezers 1 90995 90995
3 Tissue culture Incubator 4 21000 84000
B - Labware / Glassware 84574
C - Consumables 43597
D - Lab Chemicals
38100
TOTAL VALUE 3,427,554
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APPENDIX 2
EQUIPMENT IN PROGRESS OF
INSTALLATION
SN Item's Name Qty
unit
price
Cost
1
Refrigerated rotor centrifuge
(high-performance
centrifugation)
1 294250 294250
2
Glassware washer & Dryer
free standing
1 46750 46750
3 Ultra centrifuge Floor Model 1 600000 600000
4 Liquid Nitrogen Generator 1 200000 200000

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APPENDIX 3
EQUIPMENT TO BE ORDERED
SN Item's Name Qty
unit
price
Cost
1
Tandem Liquid
Chromatography Mas
Spectrometer LC-MS/MS
1 724452 724452
2
Flow Cytometer with FACS
cell sorter
1 1,36M 1,360,000

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APPENDIX 4

A total of 21 publications in 2012 and 12 publications in 2011 were generated by
SIMR researchers in the fields of cancer, drug discovery, diabetes and
infectious diseases.

RESEARCH ARTICLES:
2012
Abdel-Rahman W M, Ruosaari S, Knuutila S, P Peltomki. Differential roles of EPS8 in carcinogenesis: Loss of protein
expression in a subset of colorectal carcinoma and adenoma. World Journal of Gastroenterology. 2012 Aug 7;18(29):3896-
903.
Abdel-Rahman,W.M. ,Moustafa,YM., Ahmed,BO.and Mostafa,RM. 2012 : Endorcine disruptors and Breast cancer risk
time to consider the environment. (Submitted for publication).
Carlsson E, Ranki A, Sipil L, Karenko L, Abdel-Rahman WM, Ovaska K, Siggberg L, Aapola U, Assmki R, Hyry V,
Niiranen K, Helle M, Knuutila S, Hautaniemi S, Peltomki P, Krohn K. Potential role of a navigator gene NAV3 in
colorectal cancer. Br J Cancer. 2012 Jan 31;106(3):517-24.
Lotsari JE, Gylling A, Abdel-Rahman WM, Nieminen TT, Aittomki K, Friman M, Pitknen R, Aarnio M, Jrvinen HJ,
Mecklin JP, Kuopio T, Peltomki P. Breast carcinoma and Lynch syndrome: molecular analysis of tumors arising in
mutation carriers, non-carriers, and sporadic cases. Breast Cancer Res. 2012 Jun 12;14(3):R90.
Nieminen TT, Shoman S, Eissa S, Peltomki P, Abdel-Rahman WM. Distinct Genetic and Epigenetic Signatures of
Colorectal Cancers According to Ethnic Origin. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2012 Jan;21(1):202-11.
#
publications
2011 2012
Cancer 3 9
Drug Discovery 4 2
Diabetes 1 0
Infectious
Diseases
0 7
Others 4 3
TOTAL 12 21

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Saleh EM, El-awady RA, Anis N, El-sharkawy N. Induction and repair of DNA double-strand breaks using constant-field
gel electrophoresis and apoptosis as predictive markers for sensitivity of cancer cells to cisplatin. Biomedicine &
Pharmacotherapy, 2012, in press
Saleh EM, El-awady RA, Anis N. Predictive markers for the response to 5-fluorouracil therapy in cancer cells: Constant-
field gel electrophoresis as a tool for prediction of response to 5-fluorouracil-based chemotherapy. Oncology letters, 2012,
in press
Saleh EM, El-Awady RA, Eissa NA, Abdel-Rahman WM. Antagonism between curcumin and the topoisomerase II
inhibitor etoposide: A study of DNA damage, cell cycle regulation and death pathways. Cancer Biol Ther. 2012 Sep
1;13(11).
Zaarour RF, Chirivino D, Del Maestro L, Daviet L, Atfi A, Louvard D, Arpin. Ezrin ubiquitylation by the E3 ubiquitin
ligase, WWP1, and consequent regulation of hepatocyte growth factor receptor activity M. PLoS One. 2012;7(5):e37490.
Semreen MH and Aboul-Enein HY , Experimental design strategies in LC method development and in robustness
testing for reversible cholinesterase inhibitor rivastigmine in pharmaceutical formulation,J. Liquid chromatography and
related technologies,2010, 33, (2) 191-201.
Semreen MH, El-Awady R, Abu-Odeh R, Saber M and Al-Tel TH, Diversity Oriented Synthesis: Tandem
Multicomponent Reactions Toward the Design and Synthesis of Novel Antibacterial and Cytotoxic Motifs, Eur. J. Med.
Chem., 2012, under reviewing
A. Samie, A. ElBakri and R. AbuOdeh 2012 . Amoebiasis in the tropics: Epidemiology and Pathogenesis. Current Topics
in Tropical Medicine. Edited by Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales, Hard cover, 564 pages, Publisher: InTech, Published:
March 16
Abu Odeh et al., Rates of infection and phylogenetic analysis of HGV among Kuwaiti and Jordanian blood donors.
Intervirology 53:402-407
Abu Odeh. Rates of infection and phylogenetic analysis of HGV in camels in the UAE. Veterinary Microbiology (in
press)
McAdam PR, Templeton KE, Edwards GF, Holden MT, Feil EJ, Aanensen DM, Bargawi HJ, Spratt BG,
Bentley SD, Parkhill J, Enright MC, Holmes A, Girvan EK, Godfrey PA, Feldgarden M, Kearns AM,
Rambaut A, Robinson DA, Fitzgerald JR. 2012 Molecular tracing of the emergence, adaptation, and
transmission of hospital-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. PNAS 109 (23) 9107-9112
Nihar Dash, Mansour AL-Zarouni, Ashok Rattan, Debadatta Panigrahi. 2011 Carbapenemase
Producing Enterobacteriaceae in UAE, Emerging Threat and Infection Control Options. Medlab. Volume 2
(2): 16-20.
Nihar Dash, Mansour AL-Zarouni, Ashok Rattan, Debadatta Panigrahi. 2012 Misidentification of
Brucella melitensis as Bergeyella zoohelum by MicroScan Walk-Away System: a case report. Medicine
Principle and Practices. DOI: 10.1159/000338391. Volume 21 (5): 495-497.
Nihar Dash, Mansour AL-Zarouni, Debadatta Panigrahi, Sanjeet Mishra. 2012 16S rRNA Gene
Sequence Analysis of a Brucella melitensis Infection Misidentified as Bergeyella zoohelcum. Journal of
Infection in Developing Countries. Volume 6 (3): 283-286.
Abramson MJ, Schattner RL, Sulaiman ND, Del Colle EA, Aronie R, Thien F. Accuracy of asthma and
COPD diagnosis in Australian general practice: a mixed methods study Volume 21 Issue 2 June 2012:
Pages 167-173
El-Bakri and Abu Odeh. The state of Antibody. Human Immunology (in press)
Mahboub BH, Al-Hammadi S, Rafique M, Sulaiman N, Pawankar R, Al Redha, AC. Population
prevalence of asthma and its determinants based on European Community Respiratory Health Survey in the
United Arab Emirates. BMC Pulmonary Medicine 2012. 12 (1), 4
2011
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El-Awady RA, Saleh EM, Ezz M, Elsayed AM. Interaction of celecoxib with different anti-cancer drugs is antagonistic in
breast but not in other cancer cells. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 2011 Sep 15;255(3):271-86
Nieminen TT, Abdel-Rahman WM, Ristimaki A, Lappalinen M, Lahermo P, Mecklin JP, Jrvinen HJ, Peltomki P.
BMPR1A mutatins in herditary nopolyposis colorectal cancer without mismatch repair deficiency. Gastroenterology, 2011
Jul;141(1):e23-6.
Saleh EM and El-Awady RA. Expression of RAD51, BRCA1 and p53 does not correlate with cellular radiosensitivity of
normal human fibroblasts. Ir J Med Sci. 2011 Sep;180(3):715-20
Al Kawas S, Abu Ghazzi H and Suliman N. Knowledge and oral health awareness about diabetes among
college population in United Arab Emirates: A pilot study. World Journal of Medical Sciences 2011(4)
Al-Tel T.H. ,Al-Qawasmeh RA and Zaarour R., Design, Synthesis and in vitro Antimicrobial Evaluation of Novel
Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine and Imidazo[2,1-b][1,3]benzothiazol Motifs, European Journal Medicinal Chemistry, 2011, 46,
1874-1881.
Al-Tel T.H., Semreen M.H., Al-Qawasmeh R., Schmidt M.F., El-Awadi R.,Ardah M., Zaarour R., Rao S.N., and El-
Agnaf O., Design, Synthesis and qualitative structure- activityevaluation of novel -secretase inhibitor as potential
Alzheimer's drugleads, J. Med. Chem. 2011, 54, 8373-8385
Al-Tel TH, Semreen MH, Al-Qawasmeh RA, Schmidt MF, El-Awadi R, Ardah M, Zaarour R, Rao SN, El-Agnaf O.
Design, Synthesis, and Qualitative Structure-Activity Evaluations of Novel -Secretase Inhibitors as Potential Alzheimer's
Drug Leads.J Med Chem. 2011 Dec 22;54(24):8373-85.
Goh FG, Midwood KS. Intrinsic danger: activation of Toll-like receptors in rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatology Invited
Review (Oxford). 2011 Oct 8. PMID:21984766
Oei SM, Thien FCK, Schattner RL, Sulaiman ND, Birch K, Simpson P, Del EA..Effect of spirometry and
medical review on asthma control in patients in general practice: A randomized controlled trial Respirology
2011, 16 (5), 803-810
Semreen M.H. and Aboul-Eneien H.Y., Enantioselective separation and determination of citalopram enantiomers in
pharmaceutical dosage forms and bulk drug using experimental design approach on chiralcel

OC as a chiral stationary
phase. Acta chromatographica, 23 2011 3, 389-401
Semreen M.H. and Aboul-Enein H.H. , Determination of heavy metals contents in wild- Edible mushrooms from Jordan,
Analytical letters, 2011 (44) 932941
Sulaiman N., Aroni R., Thien F., Schattner R., Simpson P., Del Colle E., Wolfe R., Abramson M. Written Asthma Action
Plans (WAAPs) in Melbourne general practices: a sequential mixed methods study. Primary Care Respiratory Journal
2011, 20 (2), 161-169

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APPENDIX 5:
STUDENTS EVALUATIONS
SPECIALIZED TOPIC COURSE:
Basic buffer making and Tissue culture maintenance

Q) What did you like best in this course?
1. I loved the course it was an amazing experience, thanks for the great efforts.
2. This course gave me an experience that will give me an edge later on during my
medical residency. I loved that it was hands on and that we gained many skills.
3. Getting the chance to learn new skills, competencies & knowledge required for
future purpose was a joy for me and worth every second. Doctors responsible for
this course are very enthusiastic & willing to teach us more & more.
4. Everything!
5. Number of students was appropriate, very good timing.
6. Everything basically; most important is that we are all in need of such a course
away from the theory part; our lab skills need to be improved.
7. The interesting contents that I believe are important for medical students. The
commitment of the instructors.
8. Quite a comprehensive, stimulating course. It introduced some fundamental lab
skills that have not been taught to us, the faculty was quite friendly, competent &
enthusiastic.
9. I liked the way it was organized (very well) how we were placed in groups. The
sheets that were given to us to study from (lab safety, pipetting) were also helpful.
The instructors were very supportive and patient, thank you.

Q) What areas of improvement do you suggest?

1. We want more of such courses that introduce students to the researching field, it
would be really encouraging to have mo re courses at vacations. We want
another one after fall semester please.
2. In this course, we only did cell culture. It would be amazing if these where
different research courses example: pharmacology, molecular medicine &
immunology.
3. We can incorporate more devices & different skills in addition to the cell culture
such as PCR and Immunofluorescence microscopy in the future.
4. This course is essential for all medical students and should be included as
compulsory course.
5. Make it an official course with wider range of skills to be taught
6. Cover more skills. More reading material required

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Appendix 5: STUDENTS FEEDBACK
Part I: Instructor Evaluation

Legend:
SA: Strongly agree
A: Agree
N: Neutral
D: Disagree
SD: Strongly disagree

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Part II: Course Evaluation

Legend:
SA: Strongly agree
A: Agree
N: Neutral
D: Disagree
SD: Strongly disagree

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Appendices

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Appendix A: Middle East Coating show 2012

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Appendix B: Seminar on Pile Integrity and Rehabilitation
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Appendix C: International Symposium castles in Arabian
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Appendix D: Dubai Wood Show 2012

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Appendix E: The Regional Symposium on the Protection of Cultural
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