QEERI - Environment & Sustainability Center - Research output

2025

Beyond the outdoors: indoor air quality guidelines and standards - challenges, inequalities, and the path forward

Siddique, A., Al-Shamlan, M. Y. M., Al-Romaihi, H. E. & Khwaja, H. A., 26 Mar 2025, In: Reviews on Environmental Health. 40, 1, p. 21-35 15 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

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4 Citations (Scopus)

Enhancing office air quality: The role of window to wall ratio with window-wind catchers using CFD analysis

Ma'bdeh, S. N., Hamasha, A. A., Al-Shawabkeh, M., Alali, R. O., Almomani, R. M., Obeidat, L. M. & Alrebei, O. F., Jun 2025, In: Energy Reports. 13, p. 1508-1524 17 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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Exposure to Black Carbon (BC) and the Secondary Aerosol (p-SO₄²⁻ and p-NO₃⁻) Components of Fine Particulate Matter (PM_2.5), and Cardiopulmonary Morbidity in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Nayebare, S. R., Aburizaiza, O. S., Siddique, A., Carpenter, D. O., Mirza, H. M., Zeb, J., Aburiziza, A. J. & Khwaja, H. A., Feb 2025, In: Atmosphere. 16, 2, 168.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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Magnetic MXene chitosan-lignosulfonate composite (Fe₃O₄@ MCLS) for the reductive removal of Cr(VI) and other heavy metals from water

Alyasi, H., Wahib, S., Tong, Y., Gomez, T. & Mahmoud, K. A., Feb 2025, In: Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances. 17, 13 p., 100536.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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1 Citation (Scopus)

Methane and carbon dioxide post-combustion capturing: A step towards low carbon aviation fuel

Amhamed, A. I., Thiehmed, Z., Ismail, R., Nasery, M., Talal, A., Muhammad, R., Zaffou, R., Alrebei, O. F. & Al-Ansari, T., Jun 2025, In: Energy Reports. 13, p. 2230-2244 15 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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Non-carcinogenic health risks assessment of bioaerosols.

Siddique, A. & Rasool, K., Jun 2025, In: MethodsX. 14, 103088.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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Transforming Agricultural Food Waste Into Bioplastics: Methods, Potential, and Technological Advances

Asim, Z., Shahzad, H. M. A., Ghodake, G., Mahmoud, K. A., Almomani, F. & Rasool, K., Mar 2025, In: Advanced Sustainable Systems. 9, 3, 20 p., 2400864.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

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Unveiling the potential of a novel MXene-activated carbon composite for the removal of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons from wastewater

Khurshid, H., Mustafa, M. R. U., Hassan, A., Umoren, S. A., Ameen, M., Abd Manan, T. S. B. & Rasool, K., 1 Mar 2025, In: Surfaces and Interfaces. 60, 10 p., 106022.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2024

A biomass-based integrated energy system for urea and power production: Thermodynamic analysis

Alyasi, H., AlNouss, A., Bicer, Y. & Mckay, G., 19 Nov 2024, In: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 91, p. 1365-1375 11 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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Advancements of metal-organic frameworks for atmospheric water harvesting and climate control

Ibrahim, Y., Mahmood, F., Sinopoli, A., Moursi, A., Mahmoud, K. A. & Al-Ansari, T., Nov 2024, In: Journal of Water Process Engineering. 67, 106249.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

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4 Citations (Scopus)

Advances in Nitrogen-Rich Wastewater Treatment: A Comprehensive Review of Modern Technologies

Omar, A., Almomani, F., Qiblawey, H. & Rasool, K., Mar 2024, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 16, 5, 2112.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

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14 Citations (Scopus)

Air pollution we breathe: Assessing the air quality and human health impact in a megacity of Southeast Asia

Sannoh, F., Fatmi, Z., Carpenter, D. O., Santoso, M., Siddique, A., Khan, K., Zeb, J., Hussain, M. M. & Khwaja, H. A., 10 Sept 2024, In: Science of the Total Environment. 942, 16 p., 173403.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

5 Citations (Scopus)

A lamellar chitosan-lignosulfonate/MXene nanocomposite as binder-free electrode for high-performance capacitive deionization

Alfahel, R., Tong, Y., Pasha, M., Hawari, A. H. & Mahmoud, K. A., 15 Mar 2024, In: Desalination. 573, 117187.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

9 Citations (Scopus)

Algal-biochar and Chlorella vulgaris microalgae: a sustainable approach for textile wastewater treatment and biodiesel production

Rehman, R., Iqbal, J., Ur Rehman, M. S., Hamid, S., Wang, Y., Rasool, K. & Fazal, T., 2 Jul 2024, In: Biochar. 6, 1, 16 p., 65.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

4 Citations (Scopus)

Alternative sustainable aviation fuel and energy (SAFE)- A Review with selected simulation cases of study

Amhamed, A. I., Assaf, A. H. A., Le Page, L. M. & Alrebei, O. F., Jun 2024, In: Energy Reports. 11, p. 3317-3344 28 p.

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9 Citations (Scopus)

Assessment of tropospheric NO2 concentrations over greater Doha using Sentinel-5 TROPOspheric monitoring instrument (TROPOMI) satellite data: Temporal analysis, 2018-2023

Mohieldeen, Y. E., Moosakutty, S. P., Fountoukis, C., Siddique, A., Ayoub, M. A. & Alfarra, M. R., 1 Dec 2024, In: Environmental Pollution. 362, p. 124995 124995.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

Bioinspired silver nanoparticle-based nanocomposites for effective control of plant pathogens: A review

Kim, D.-Y., Patel, S. K. S., Rasool, K., Lone, N., Bhatia, S. K., Seth, C. S. & Ghodake, G. S., 15 Jan 2024, In: Science of the Total Environment. 908, 27 p., 168318.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

45 Citations (Scopus)

Challenges and opportunities in biogas conversion to microbial protein: A pathway for sustainable resource recovery from organic waste

Shahzad, H. M. A., Almomani, F., Shahzad, A., Mahmoud, K. A. & Rasool, K., May 2024, In: Process Safety and Environmental Protection. 185, p. 644-659 16 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

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14 Citations (Scopus)

Characteristics and health implications of fine particulate matter near urban road site in Islamabad, Pakistan

Hussain, S., Siddique, A., Hassan, M., Rasool, K., Shahzad, A., Asad Naqvi, S. A. & Ul Mustafa, M. R., 1 Jul 2024, In: Environmental Research. 252, 118862.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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Contribution of black carbon and desert dust to aerosol absorption in the atmosphere of the Eastern Arabian Peninsula

Mahfouz, M. M. K., Skok, G., Sciare, J., Pikridas, M., Alfarra, M. R., Moosakutty, S., Alfoldy, B., Ivančič, M., Rigler, M., Gregorič, A., Podlipec, R., Lohmann, S., Hlawacek, G., Heller, R., Tutsak, E. & Močnik, G., 1 May 2024, In: Atmospheric Environment. 324, 120427.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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1 Citation (Scopus)

Copper-saturated chitosan beads (CuSCBs) for Enhanced phosphate removal

Alyasi, H., Elsafi Ahmed, A., Tong, Y. & McKay, G., 15 Nov 2024, In: Chemical Engineering Journal. 500, 13 p., 157498.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

1 Citation (Scopus)

Ecotoxicity and environmental safety assessment of two-dimensional niobium carbides (MXenes)

Rasheed, P. A., Rasool, K., Younes, N., Nasrallah, G. K. & Mahmoud, K. A., 15 Oct 2024, In: Science of the Total Environment. 947, 174563.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

Fluid dynamics in the Kalina cycle: Optimizing heat recovery for sustainable energy solutions

Hussein, S., Ahmed, A. S., Abuzaid, I. M., Surkatti, R., Gannan, A., Amhamed, A. & Alrebei, O. F., Nov 2024, In: Case Studies in Thermal Engineering. 63, 105173.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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2 Citations (Scopus)

Gaseous pollutants linked to pulmonary diseases: East meets West

Sannoh, F., Khwaja, H. A., Fatmi, Z., Rizvi, N. A., Turabi, A., Hussain, M. M., Siddique, A. & Carpenter, D. O., Dec 2024, In: Air Quality, Atmosphere and Health. 17, 12, p. 2879-2897 19 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

Impact of fine particulate pollution exposures on respiratory health in a megacity of Pakistan

Lin, Q., Lin, Z., Lin, S., Fatmi, Z., Rizvi, N. A., Hussain, M. M., Siddique, A., Moyebi, O. D., Carpenter, D. O. & Khwaja, H. A., Dec 2024, In: Atmospheric Pollution Research. 15, 12, 10 p., 102277.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

Leveraging wastewater surveillance for managing the spread of SARS-CoV-2 and concerned pathogens during FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

El-Malah, S. S., Saththasivam, J., K, A. K., Abdul Jabbar, K., Gomez, T. A., Wahib, S., Lawler, J., Tang, P., Mirza, F., Al-Hail, H., Ouararhni, K., Abdul Azis, T. K., Abu Raddad, L. J., Chemaitelly, H. S., Abu Halaweh, H. A., Khalife, S., Bertollini, R. & Mahmoud, K. A., 15 May 2024, In: Heliyon. 10, 9, 9 p., e30267.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM FOR NON-CENTRALIZED AIR CONDITIONERS

Beitelmal, A. H. (Inventor), Ayoub, M. A. (Inventor) & Elrayyah, A. Y. M. E. (Inventor), 7 Mar 2024, IPC No. F24F 11/ 56 A I, Patent No. US2024077225, Priority date 7 Sept 2023, Priority No. US202318243236

Research output: Patent

NH₃-H₂-Working Fluid-based Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger and the H₂O-to-H₂O Helical Heat Exchanger: A Novel Integration to Ammonia Production Plants

Assaf, A. H. A., Ahmed, A., Mahaftha, D. M., Amhamed, A. I., Alrebei, O. F. & Jarrah, B. A., Jun 2024, In: Jordan Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. 18, 2, p. 267-285 19 p.

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Nickel removal from synthetic wastewater by novel zeolite-doped magnesium- iron- and zinc-oxide nanocomposites by hydrothermal-calcination technique

Al-Gaashani, R., Alyasi, H., Karamshahi, F., Simson, S., Tong, Y., Kochkodan, V. & Lawler, J. E., 28 Dec 2024, In: Scientific Reports. 14, 1, 30954.

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2 Citations (Scopus)

Numerical analysis of urban heat island in the coastal tropical desert city Doha, Qatar

Roshini, R. J., Fountoukis, C., Siddique, A., Puthukkadan Moosakutty, S., Alfarra, M. R. H. & Ayoub, M. A., Apr 2024.

Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review

Optimizing cultural conditions and pretreatment for high-value single-cell protein from vegetable waste

Shahzad, H. M. A., Asim, Z., Mahmoud, K. A., Abdelhadi, O. M. A., Almomani, F. & Rasool, K., Sept 2024, In: Process Safety and Environmental Protection. 189, p. 685-692 8 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

4 Citations (Scopus)

Optimizing indoor air quality and energy efficiency in multifamily residences: Advanced passive pipe system parametrics study

Obeidat, L. M., Jones, J. R., Mahaftha, D. M., Amhamed, A. I. & Alrebei, O. F., Dec 2024, In: International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology. 21, 16, p. 10003-10026 24 p.

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4 Citations (Scopus)

Seasonal and spatial variations in concentration, diversity, and antibiotic resistance of ambient bioaerosols in an arid region

Sajjad, B., Siddique, A., Rasool, K., Jabbar, K. A., El-Malah, S. S., Almomani, F. & Alfarra, M. R., 1 Dec 2024, In: Environmental Research. 262, 119879.

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1 Citation (Scopus)

Solar radiation forecasting for a hybrid PV-CSP system in a desert, coastal city

Fountoukis, C., Perez-Astudillo, D. & Bachour, D., 13 Jun 2024, 8th International Hybrid Power Plants and Systems Workshop, HYB 2024. 2 ed. Institution of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 2024. p. 333-336 4 p.

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

Sustainable bioethanol production by solid-state fermentation: a systematic review

Ruslan, N. F., Ahmad, N., Abas, A., Sanfilippo, A., Mahmoud, K., Munaim, M. S. A. & Nour, A. H., 2024, (Accepted/In press) In: Environmental Science and Pollution Research.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

The power of MXene-based materials for emerging contaminant removal from water- A review

Alyasi, H., Wahib, S., Gomez, T. A., Rasool, K. & Mahmoud, K. A., 1 Oct 2024, In: Desalination. 586, 18 p., 117913.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

7 Citations (Scopus)

Thermal conductivity of different materials nanofluids Nanofluids of MXenes, metal organic frameworks, and other Nanostructured materials in heat transfer applications: Review

Soltan, Y. I., Nasser, M. S., Almomani, F., Mahmoud, K. A. & Onaizi, S. A., Jul 2024, In: Journal of Materials Research and Technology. 31, p. 2723-2761 39 p.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

9 Citations (Scopus)

Ultrafiltration polyethersulfone-MXene mixed matrix membranes with enhanced air dehumidification and oil-water separation performance

Nabeeh, A., Abdalla, O., Rehman, A., Ghouri, Z., Abdel-Wahab, A., Mahmoud, K. & Abdala, A., 30 Oct 2024, In: Separation and Purification Technology. 346, 127285.

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15 Citations (Scopus)

Understanding the swelling behavior of Ti₃C₂T_x MXene membranes in aqueous media

Helal, M. I., Sinopoli, A., Gladich, I., Tong, Y., Alfahel, R., Gomez, T. & Mahmoud, K. A., 7 Oct 2024, In: Journal of Materials Chemistry A. 12, 44, p. 30729-30742 14 p.

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Urban Air Quality in Doha: A Year-long Examination of Bioaerosols and Public Health Implications

Rasool, K., Sajjad, B., Siddique, A., Abdul Jabbar, K., El-Malaha, S. S. & Almomani, F., Apr 2024.

Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review

Urban heat island phenomenon in a desert, coastal city: The impact of urbanization

Rajeswari, J. R., Fountoukis, C., Siddique, A., Moosakutty, S., Mohieldeen, Y., Ayoub, M. A. & Alfarra, M. R., Jul 2024, In: Urban Climate. 56, 102016.

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4 Citations (Scopus)

2023

Adsorption of Methyl Orange from Water Using Chitosan Bead-like Materials

Alyasi, H., Mackey, H. & Mckay, G., Sept 2023, In: Molecules. 28, 18, 14 p., 6561.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

23 Citations (Scopus)

AIR QUALITY MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME

Beitelmal, A. H. (Inventor) & Ayoub, M. A. (Inventor), 5 Jan 2023, IPC No. F24F 8/ 00 A N, Patent No. WO2023277719, Priority date 28 Jun 2021, Priority No. US202163215719P

Research output: Patent

An MXene-doped PVA/PVP hydrogel-based strain sensor applicable in liquid environment

Yi, Y., Chiao, M., Mahmoud, K. A. & Wang, B., Feb 2023, In: Smart Materials and Structures. 32, 2, 025010.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

12 Citations (Scopus)

Antibacterial Properties of Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials

Noor, E., Liaqat, U., Zaman, W. Q., Hussain, S., Shahzad, A., Rasool, K., Babar, Z. B. & Miran, W., 2023, Springer Series in Materials Science. Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 137-160 24 p. (Springer Series in Materials Science; vol. 332).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review

3 Citations (Scopus)

Charge-and size-selective ion sieving through Ti₃C₂T_x MXene membranes

Ren, C. E., Hatzell, K. B., Alhabeb, M., Ling, Z., Mahmoud, K. A. & Gogotsi, Y., 24 Aug 2023, MXenes: From Discovery to Applications of Two-Dimensional Metal Carbides and Nitrides. Jenny Stanford Publishing, p. 813-828 16 p.

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review

Comprehensive insights into advances in ambient bioaerosols sampling, analysis and factors influencing bioaerosols composition

Sajjad, B., Hussain, S., Rasool, K., Hassan, M. & Almomani, F., 1 Nov 2023, In: Environmental Pollution. 336, 20 p., 122473.

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15 Citations (Scopus)

Comprehensive insights into sustainable conversion of agricultural and food waste into microbial protein for animal feed production

Rasool, K., Hussain, S., Shahzad, A., Miran, W., Mahmoud, K. A., Ali, N. & Almomani, F., Jun 2023, In: Reviews in Environmental Science and Biotechnology. 22, 2, p. 527-562 36 p.

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27 Citations (Scopus)

Current status of CO₂ capture with ionic liquids: Development and progress

Faisal Elmobarak, W., Almomani, F., Tawalbeh, M., Al-Othman, A., Martis, R. & Rasool, K., 15 Jul 2023, In: Fuel. 344, 128102.

Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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95 Citations (Scopus)

Developing sustainable draw solute for forward osmosis process using poly(amidoamine) dendrimer coated magnetic nanoparticles

Hassanein, A., Hafiz, M. A., Hassan, M. K., Ba-Abbad, M. M., AL-Ejji, M., Alfahel, R., Mahmoud, K. A., Talhami, M. & Hawari, A. H., 15 Oct 2023, In: Desalination. 564, 116800.

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14 Citations (Scopus)

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