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    S/NTitle of the EventDescriptionDate and YearEvent Category
    1LARC Research Seminar Series Presented By: Dr. Sergio Grovella
    Title of the presentation:Integrated OMICs for tailored medicine in patients suffering from Hidradenitis suppurativa and its syndromic forms
    2-Feb-23Seminar
    2LARC Research Seminar Series Presented By: Dr. Muralitharan
    Title of the presentation:Perfect Closure
    9-Feb-23Seminar
    3Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Rodents Module 1 -BasicPresented by: Dr.Vijaykanth; Mr.Tesfaldet; Mr.Tesfom

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    8-9 Feb 2023Training
    4LARC Research Seminar Series Presented By: Dr. Vijaykanth
    Title of the presentation:Ethical consideration – Tumor bearing Mice
    23-Feb-23Seminar
    5LARC Research Seminar SeriesPresented By: Dr. Hamda Abou Jassoum
    Title of the presentation:Cytoskeleton alterations in non- alcoholic fatty liver disease
    2-Mar-23Seminar
    6Rodent Euthanasia and Necropy TechniquesPresented by: Dr.Vijaykanth & Mr.Jose

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    8-Mar-23Workshop
    7LARC Research Seminar Series Presented By: Dr. Kavitha Varadharajan
    Title of the presentation:Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
    9-Mar-23Seminar
    8Human care and Use of Laboratory Animal (HCULA)- biannual training Presented by: Dr.Hamda Al-Naemi, Dr.Muralitharan & Dr.Vijaykanth

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    3-May-23Training
    9ITQAN Simulation and innovation centre Visit Dr.Muralitharan, Dr. Hamda Aboujassoum and Ms. Asma Al- Thani visited ITQAN Simulation and innovation centre. Qatar4th May 2023Visit
    10Diet-induced obesity model: The case of cafeteria diet (10th Annual ADLQ Symposium) Presented By: Dr. Hamda Aboujassoum

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    9th-11th May 2023Conference
    11Biannual HSE InspectionHSE Inspection conducted by Mr.Collins, QU-HSE Department at LARC15-Nov-23Audit
    12IACUC committee visitQU-IACUC team inspected LARC Animal Care program semi- Annually

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    14th May 2023Inspection
    13SIDRA CEO VisitLARC Team had meeting with SIDRA CEO & Her team21th May 2023Collabration meet
    14QU End of Acedemic year Ceremony 2022-2023Dr.Hamda Al-Naemi presented LARC achievements in QU End of Acedemic year Ceremony 2022-20238-Jun-23Ceremony
    15Summer Internship Program - 2023 Title: Standard Techniques in Microbiology and their working PrinciplesInternship students were trained with various activities along with theory and hands-on sessions
    Presenter: Dr.Murali, Dr.Kavitha, Mr.Imran & Ms.Enjoud

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    11 Jun 2023 to 22 Jun 2023Training
    16Prof.Mariam Al-Maadeed, VPRGS VisitProf Mariam Ali Al-Maadeed, The Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies, Qatar University visited LARC and interact with Internship students

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    13th Jun 2023Visit
    17LARC Internship activities Highlighted in Social MediaThe various activities of the internship students were highlighted on social media

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    19th Jun 2023Media Highlights
    18LARC Research work highlihted in QU Research Magazine - Dec 2023Interview with an Inventor: Dr. Hamda Abdullah Al-Naemi, Director & founder LARC

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    1-Jun-23Media Highlights
    19The National Health Research Ethics workshop - 2023Presented By Dr.Hamda Al-Naemi Title Of The Presesntation: Laboratory Animal Husbandry & Humane Care26-Sep-23Workshop
    20LARC OMICS Web tool TrainingPresented By Dr.Sergio Title Of The Presesntation: Basic Genomics -Genecard1-Oct-23Training
    21Closing Ceremony of the Summer Research Internship Program 2023LARC Lab team Dr.Murali, Dr.Kavitha, Mr.Imran & Ms.Enjoud received appreciation certificate for mentoring summer internship students4-Oct-23Training
    22LARC Seminar SeriesPresented By Dr.Sergio Title Of The Presesntation: Transforming Cancer Management: Exploring the Promise of Anti-Cancer Peptides via In Vitro and In Vivo Models5-Oct-23Seminar
    23LARC OMICS Web tool TrainingPresented By Dr.Sergio Title Of The Presesntation: Basic Genomics - Mouse Genome Informatics

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    8-Oct-23Training
    24LARC OMICS Web tool TrainingPresented By Dr.Sergio Title Of The Presesntation: Basic Genomics - Gene Expression and Transcriptomics15-Oct-23Training
    25Laboratory Animal Research Centre (LARC) Research work highlighted in Qatar MediaLaboratory Animal Research Centre (LARC) Research work highlighted in Qatar Media

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    16-Oct-23Media highlights
    26LARC Seminar SeriesPresented By Dr.Muhammad Suleman Title Of The Presesntation: Unlocking Cancer Therapeutics with the Promising Power of Bioinformatics19-Oct-23Seminar
    27H.E Dr.Mohamed Al-Sadda visited LARC Minister of energy and industry of Qatar and the chairman of Qatar PetroleumDr.Hamda Al-Naemi presented LARC achievements

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    19-Oct-23VIP Visit
    28LARC OMICS Web tool TrainingPresented By Dr.Sergio Grovella Title Of The Presesntation: Basic Genomics - Proteins Analyses29-Oct-23Training
    29LARC Seminar SeriesPresented By Dr.Shahab Uddin Khan Title Of The Presesntation: S-phase kinase protein 2 is an attractive therapeutic target for Treatment of Skin cancer”2-Nov-23Seminar
    30Qatar University Annual Research Forum and Exhibition 2023 ProgramQU president visited LARC booth in Annual Research Forum - 2023. Dr.Hamda Mohammed H A Aboujassoum presented about LARC research activities

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    14-Nov-23Conference - Booth activities
    31Qatar University Annual Research Forum and Exhibition 2023 ProgramDr.Hamda Al-Naemi presented LARC achievements in QU Annual Resesrch Forum

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    15-Nov-23Conference - Session
    32Qatar University Annual Research Forum and Exhibition 2023 ProgramDr. Sergio Crovella, Dr. Muhammad Suleman & Ms. Ayshath Thasneem his research team presented in Annual Researc forum session Title of the presentation: Session I: Empowering Cancer Therapeutics: Artificial -Intelligence-Driven Design and Testing of Novel Bioactive Molecules in Animal Models

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    15-Nov-23Conference - Session
    33Biannual HSE InspectionHSE Inspection conducted by Mr.Collins, QU-HSE Department at LARC15-Nov-23Audit
    34LARC Seminar SeriesTitle of the presentation: Increasing the diagnostic yield of primary congenital glaucoma cases recruited into the U.K. 100,000 Genomes Project” presented by Mrs.Omayma Al-Saie from Sidra Medicine16-Nov-23Seminar
    35Qatar National Science Research & Innovation weekDr.Hamda Mohammed H A Aboujassoum presented about LARC research activities

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    20-Nov-23Conference
    36Human care and Use of Laboratory Animal (HCULA)- biannual training (Theory and Hands- On)Presented by: Dr.Hamda Al-Naemi, Dr.Muralitharan & Dr.Vijaykanth

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    3-Dec-23Training
    37LARC Seminar SeriesPresented by: Dr.Julia Reichelt, Principle Research Scientist, from Iterim Translational Research Institute at Hamad Medical Corporation Title of the presentadtion: Gene therapy development for epidermolysis bullosa and ichthyosis",10-Dec-23Seminar
    38LARC Research work highlihted in QU Research Magazine - Dec 2023

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    31-Dec-23Media Highlights
    S/NTitle of the EventDescriptionDate and YearEvent Category
    1PhD Defense - OnlineTitle:na Presenter:Dr.Hamda Abujassom1-Feb-22Presentation
    2CWSP WebinarTitle: Xenograft Tumor Models for Cancer research: A relevant Pre-Clinical platform

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    8th March 2022Conference
    3Rodent Euthanasia and Necropy TechniquesTrainee got experienced with Necropy Techniques

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    28-29 Mar 2022Workshop
    4Refreshment Training on FIRE SAFETYFire Safety Training conducted by QU Fire and Rescue Team at LARC

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    31-Mar-22Training
    5QU Wednesday SeriesPresenter:Dr.Hamda Al-Naemi

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    6End of Academic Year 21-22 CeremonyTitle: Achivements of LARC Presenter : Dr.Hamda Al-Naemi

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    23-May-22Ceremony
    7Senior Project PresentationPresenter: Ms.Moza Title of the project: Detection of inflammatory cytokines during Carrageenan -induced acute inflammation in rat paw

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    26-Apr-22Presentation
    8Senior Project PresentationPresenter: Ms.Nuha Title of the project: Histopathological assessment of ileum induced by excessive sugar intake.

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    26-Apr-22Presentation
    9Senior Project PresentationPresenter: Ms.Ruquia Title of the project: Histopathological assessment of hepatic injury induced by high sugar diet26-Apr-22Presentation
    10A2LA - ISO/IEC 17025:2017 External AuditPresenter: Dr.Kavitha & Mr.Imran

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    11-May-22ISO External Audit
    11Master Thesis DefensePresenter: Ms.Sarra Attia

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    19-May-22Presentation
    12Summer Internship Program - 2022Title: Standard Techniques in Microbiology and their working Principles Presenter: Dr.Murali, Dr.Kavitha, Mr.Imran & Ms.Enjoud

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    29 May 2022 to 9 Jun 2022Training
    13Basic Training on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animal (HCULA)HMC Team attendeted HCULA hands-On training Presenter:Dr.Hamda, Dr.Murali, Dr.Vijay

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    May & Nov 2022Training & Hands-On
    14Summer Internship Program - 2022 highighted in social media Twitter, Instagam, Linkedin

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    29 May 2022 to 9 Jun 2022Media Highlights
    15Summer Internship Program - 2022 highighted in social media Twitter, Instagam, LinkedinLARC summer internship participant Ms.Zahra expressed her testimoninal about LARC Internship program highlighted in Social media

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    29 May 2022 to 9 Jun 2022Media Highlights
    16Summer Internship Program - 2022 highighted in social media Twitter, Instagam, LinkedinLARC summer internship participant Ms.Mouda expressed her testimoninal about LARC Internship program highlighted in Social media

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    29 May 2022 to 9 Jun 2022Media Highlights
    17Consultant oncampus Meeting regarding research ProjectDr.Murali had discussion with WHO Regional Experts from Cairo, Egypt.27-Sep-22Consultancy
    18Annual Research forum - 2022LARC Research work displayed in QU Annual Research Forum - Oct 2022 Presented By Dr. Hamda Mohammed H A Aboujassoum

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    2-3 Oct 2022QUARF - Conference
    19Poster Presentation - SarahPoster Presented by: Ms.Sarah Attia Title of the presentation: Role of Chronic Cadmium Exposure on Adipose Tissue Function2-3 Oct 2022Presentation
    20Poster Presentation - RuquiaPoster Presented by: Ms.Ruquia Title of the presentation: Histopathological assessment of hepatic injury induced by high sugar diet.2-3 Oct 2022Presentation
    21Annual Research foruim - 2022 highighted in social media Twitter, InstagamLARC Research Assistant interviewed on Instagram

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    2-3 Oct 2022Media Highlights
    22Research Seminar Presented By Ms.Dana Al-Ansari, PhD Student, from Imperial College of LondonTile of the presentation : Biomaterial-driven lymphangiogenesis for cardiac tissue regeneration2-Oct-22Research Seminar
    23Visitors from Royal college of surgeons in Ireland(RCSI) university of medicine and health science Dublin RCSI Experts had discussion regarding the use of LARC to train medical students on surgical techniques with Dr.Hamda Al Naemi, Director LARC2-3 Oct 2022LARC Visit
    24ISO renewal certificate award ceromonyLARC Received ISO 17025 - A2LA accreditation renewal certificate

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    2-3 Oct 2022QUARF - Conference
    25Consultant online Meeting regarding research ProjectDr.Murali had meeting with WHO experts to discuss the research results of NPRP Research project24-Oct-22Consultancy
    26QU Magzine - Dec 2022LARC ISO Renewal highlihted in QU Research Magazine

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    1-Dec-22Media Highlights - QU Magazine
    27LARC Research work highlihted in QU Research Magazine - Dec 2022Resesrch Title: LARC Conducts Interdisciplinary Study to uncover Impact of High Sugar Diet in Early Life

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    1-Dec-22Media Highlights - QU Magazine
    28LARC Summer Internship program highlihted in QU Research Magazine - Dec 2022

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    1-Dec-22Media Highlights - QU Magazine
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    1LARC work Highlighted in Qatar University Magazine larc news photo1 Dec. 2021Media Highlights
    2LARC work Highlighted in Qatar University Magazine larc news photo1 Dec. 2021Media Highlights
    3QNRP-UREP Poster competition Presented By: Ms.Enjoud and Ms. Hala Title of the presentation:
    Cardiac Myosin Binding Protein-C in Sprague Dawley (SD) Rats exposed to Sub-Chronic oral dose of Cadmium Chloride

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    26 Oct. 2021Competition
    4LARC activity Highlighted in Social Media

    QU Annual Research forum - 2021 - Building Resilience at Universities:
    Role of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

    LARC Booth displayed in Social Media

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    21 Oct. 2021Media Highlights
    5QU Annual Research forum - 2021 - Building Resilience at Universities: Role of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Poster Presented by: Ms.Enjoud Khalifa Al-Borshaid
    Title of the presentation: Cardiac Myosin Binding Protein-C in Sprague Dawley (SD) Rats exposed to Sub-Chronic oral dose of Cadmium Chloride "

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    20 Oct. 2021Research Forum & exhibition
    6LARC activity Highlighted in Social MediaQatar University President visit at LARC has beeen highlighted in social media

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    6 Sept 2021Media Highlights
    7Qatar University President and Vice President for Research and graduate studies Visit Presented By Dr. Hamda Al-Naemi
    Title of the Presentation: LARC achivements and Research Plans"

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    29 Aug. 2021Internal visit
    8LARC activity Highlighted in Social MediaLARC summer internship participant Mr. Karim express his testimoninal about LARC Internship program highlighted in Social medis

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    1 Jul. 2021Media Highlights
    9LARC ONLINE SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - 2021

    Presented By: Dr. Muralitharan, Dr.Vijaykanth, Dr. Kavitha and Mr. Imran LARC conducted summer internship program for Qatar University Students and researchers for three weeks on following courses


    Course 1: Lab Animal Ethics and Animal models in preclinical Research
    Course 2: Microbiological Techniques in Rodent Health Survillance
    Course 3: Molecular and Cell culture Techniques in rodent research"

    6-24 June 2021Summer Internship
    10LARC work Highlighted in Qatar University Magazine & Social Media larc news photo1 May 2021Media Highlights
    11LARC work Highlighted in Qatar University Magazine & Social MediaLARC Diagnostic methods secured ISO 17025:2017 Accreditation

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    1 May 2021Media Highlights
    12LARC activity Highlighted in Social Media

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    24 Mar. 2021Media Highlights
    13Biannual HSE InspectionHSE Inspection conducted by Mr. Collins, QU-HSE Department at LARC22 Mar. 2021Meeting
    14ISO 17025 Internal AuditISO internal Audit conducted by Dr. Maqbool & Ms Nayla, QU-Quality Departmet Team at LARC9 Mar. 2021Meeting
    15Rodent Research at Qatar University Presented By.Dr. Hamda Al-Naemi
    Title of the Presentation: Rodent Research at Qatar University
    9 Mar. 2021Webinar
    16Fire Safety TrainingFire Safety Training conducted by QU Fire and Rescue Team at LARC28 Feb. 2021Training
    17LARC Research Seminar Series Presented By: Dr. Ajaz Ahmad Bhat
    Post Doc. Sidra Medical and Research Center Sidra Medicine Qatar
    Title of the presentation: Effect of chemically synthesized novel small molecule inhibitors of Apurinic/Apyrimidinic Endonuclease 1/ Redox effector factor 1 (APE1/Ref1) on cell viability and oncogenic signaling pathways in esophageal cancer
    24 Feb. 2021Seminar
    18LARC Research Seminar Series Presented By: Dr. Hamda Al-Naemi
    Presented By: Dr Ajaz Ahmad Bhat
    Post Doc. Sidra Medical and Research Center Sidra Medicine-Qatar
    Title of the presentation: Effect of chemically synthesized novel small molecule inhibitors of Apurinic/Apyrimidinic Endonuclease 1/ Redox effector factor 1 (APE1/Ref1) on cell viability and oncogenic signaling pathways in esophageal cancer
    17 Feb. 2021Seminar
    19LARC Research Seminar Series Presented By: Dr. Muralitharan Shanmugakonar
    Title of the presentation: What is next? Perspectives on genotyping of Rodent models
    11 Feb. 2021Seminar
    20LARC Research Seminar Series Presented By: Dr. Hamda Al-Naemi
    Title of the presentation:Isolated Perfused Heart
    4 Feb. 2021Seminar
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    1LARC Reserch work published in QU research MagazineHamda Aboujassoum, a PhD student at the University College London (UCL) and a Research Assistant at the Laboratory Animal Research Center, conducted a research study in collaboration with the Laboratory Animal Research Center and the Anti-Doping Lab Qatar on the effect of high carbohydrate diet on weight gain and associated diseases.

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    1 Dec. 2020Media Highlights
    2LARC Reserch work published in QU research MagazineLARC Summer Internship Program highlighted in VPRGS Event

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    1 Dec. 2020Media Highlights
    3University of the Future: Re-Imagining Research and Higher EducationLARC Presented and partcipated in Qatar University - Annual Resesrch Forum
    Presented By: Dr. Muralitharan Shanmugakonar

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    28 Oct. 2020Research Forum & exhibition
    4University of the Future: Re-Imagining Research and Higher EducationLARC Presented and partcipated in Qatar University - Annual Resesrch Forum
    Presented By: Dr. Kavitha Varadharajan

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    28 Oct. 2020Research Forum & exhibition
    5University of the Future: Re-Imagining Research and Higher EducationLARC Presented and partcipated in Qatar University - Annual Resesrch Forum
    Presented By: Mr. Imran Khan

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    28 Oct. 2020Research Forum & exhibition
    6Summer Internship CeremonyDr. Muralitharan Shanmugakonar presented about LARC Summer Internship activities

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    4 Oct. 2020Meeting
    7Open day for Graduate studies - 2020Ms. Hamda Aboujassam presented about LARC research activites

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    28-30 Sep 2020Meeting
    8Microbiological monitoring system for SPF rodent facility Presented By: Dr.Muralitharan,Dr.Kavitha and Mr.Imran
    The diagnostic labs at LARC offers and host an online internship program of three weeks duration to support the students and researchers to enhance the knowledge on biosafety practices, principles of diagnostics techniques, rodent health monitoring in a vivarium setting and Laboratory risk – waste management. The program enhances interaction with the specialist in Rodent health monitoring to establish and carry out diagnostic work with animal samples.The participating interns will be awarded with a certificate on successful completion of the program.

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    7-25 Jun. 2020Intership
    9LARC Reserch work published in QU research MagazineDr. Hamda Al Naemi, the Director of Laboratory Animal Research Center (LARC) has a fascination for research in understanding the environmental impact on human health.Dr. Al Naemi established a research group to study Cadmium toxicity in in LARC (specific Pathogen Free SPF Facility) at Qatar University.

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    20 May 2020Media Highlights
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    1Diet-induced obesity and Non-alcoholic fatty liver diseases (NAFLD) Presented by: Ms.Hamda Mohammed Aboujassoum, LARC14 Mar. 2019Seminar
    2The uniqueness of muscle blood flow regulation during exercise Presented by: Dr. Nelson Orie, ADLQ4 April 2019Seminar
    3Research Transformation Through The 4th Industrial revolutionLARC Presented and partcipated in Qatar University - Annual Resesrch Forum23-24 April 2019Research and Exhibition Forum
    4Summer Internship Training ProgramBasic Animal Husbandry procedures and Diagnostic Techniques23 Jun-18 Jul 2019Internship
    5Introduction to gene ontology Presented By: Dr. Barbara Kramarz Research Associate, Pre-clinical & Fundamental Science, Institute of Cardiovascular Science, Faculty of Pop Health Sciences/UCL5 Sept 2019Seminar
    6The role of fat stem cells in obesity-associated insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes Presented by : Dr. Mohamed Elrayess, Abstract: Impairment of fat stem cell differentiation (adipogenesis) in obesity triggers insulin resistance and increased risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). However, some obese individuals maintain insulin sensitivity and show a lower risk of insulin resistance and T2DM. In this presentation, our data describing mechanisms underlying the protective phenotype of obese insulin sensitive individuals in relation to adipogenesis will be discussed including inflammatory mediators, oxidative stress, fatty acid signalling and environmental factors.31 Oct. 2019Seminar
    7Basic Training on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animal (HCULA)This basic training program is covering the use of Rodents as animal models in biomedical research. It is composed of theory and hands-on courses. The theory course is obligatory to all students and researchers who intend to use Qatar University Laboratory animal research center (LARC), regardless of previous training they may have had at other organizations. The hands-on course is obligatory only for all personnel who will be handling live animals at LARC. It is our obligation to help researchers and students to be trained and certified to use the laboratory animal at LARC in a humane and responsible manner. This training program will give the trainee a general understanding on the regulations and responsibility in using laboratory animals for research. The successful participants will be awarded course completion certificates. A copy of HCULA certificate should be submitted with research protocols for QU-IACUC approval. HCULA is in house training conducted by LARC team biannually on December and May.2nd May and 1st Dec. 2019Training
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    1Animal Ethical Awareness DayLARC Presented and partcipated in Animal Ethical Awareness Day This event is to create awareness related to the ethics of using animals in research experiments in Qatar and worldwide. This will guide researchers who are using animals in their research and those who are willing to use animals and to get QU ethical approval for conducting research on animals. Furthermore, this event will also clarify the ethical obligations of researchers using animals at Qatar University and the role of Qatar University's Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) for guiding, facilitating and supporting researchers who are planning to use experimental animals. The event will promote awareness among participants on the obligation of researchers at Qatar University securing fund from agencies such as QNRF with regard to ethics of using experimental animals.27 Feb. 2018Seminar
    2Laboratory Biosafety and BiosecurityThe purpose of this workshop is to provide knowledge and up to date information about laboratory safety & security policy needed for successfully conducting testing in diagnostic lab. In addition, standard techniques and practices being implemented at Laboratory Animal Research Centre (LARC), will also be covered in this workshop. In principle the lab environment should be planned in compliance with the international standards with the support of institutional experts such as technical and mechanical engineers and scientists. In particular the support staff must be well-educated about the biosafety, biosecurity, biocontainment risk assessment, occupational safety & health administrative policies and protocols. Laboratory safety is of prime pre-requisite for environmental health & safety, because environmental and laboratory safety is the first line protective mechanism to resolve problems and concerns surrounding biological, chemical and radiation spill in the laboratory environment. Moreover handling of laser, fume hoods, chemical cabinets, gas units, emergency spill kits are regulated by appropriate laboratory safety procedures and waste management protocols.6 March 2018Workshop
    3Pioneering ResearchLARC Presented and partcipated in Qatar University - Annual Resesrch Forum1-2 May 2018Research and Exhibition Forum
    4Advances in Rodent Animal models for human diseases and Application of 3RsThe goal of the conference is to gather international experts and professionals in laboratory animal science and researchers to interact with local researchers and users of laboratory animals. This help the researchers to exchange and discuss recent knowledge, ideas and to promote responsible and humane use of the laboratory animals in biomedical research. The expert speakers will highlight achievements, significant developments and scientific advancements that impact the animal experimentation and translational research.19-20 Sept 2018CWSP Conference
    5QU - Library Online Access and its description Presented By: Library Expert Mr. Abdalhakim Bshawi,
    Senior Research and Instruction Librarian
    11 Oct. 2018Seminar
    6Investigation of cardiovascular disorders using small animal disease models at BRC

    Presented by: Huseyin Yelcin,
    Assistant Professor at the Biomedical Research Center

    29 Nov. 2018Seminar
    7Epithelial Barriers, Tight Junctions and Disease: What Role Do Claudins Play? Presented By: Dr. Ajaz Ahmad Bhat
    Post Doc.
    Sidra Medical and Research Center Sidra Medicine Qatar
    18 Dec. 2018Seminar
    8Basic Training on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animal (HCULA)This basic training program is covering the use of Rodents as animal models in biomedical research. It is composed of theory and hands-on courses. The theory course is obligatory to all students and researchers who intend to use Qatar University Laboratory animal research center (LARC), regardless of previous training they may have had at other organizations. The hands-on course is obligatory only for all personnel who will be handling live animals at LARC. It is our obligation to help researchers and students to be trained and certified to use the laboratory animal at LARC in a humane and responsible manner. This training program will give the trainee a general understanding on the regulations and responsibility in using laboratory animals for research. The successful participants will be awarded course completion certificates. A copy of HCULA certificate should be submitted with research protocols for QU-IACUC approval. HCULA is in house training conducted by LARC team biannually on December and May.8th May & 3rd Dec 2018Training
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    1Basic Life Support (BLS) cum First aid training programLARC conducted Basic Life Support (BLS) cum First aid training program  through Hamda Medical Corporation. A total of 18 participants involved in the training program. The training comprised of both theoretical as well as hands on practical aspects of first aid procedures. The theoretical part  covering various life support  methods and   handling the injured victims. The hands on practical part covering various fracture immobilization techniques, cardiac resuscitation procedure training through dummies. At the end of the course  all the participants received the certificate. The BLS and  first aid program very essential for Occupational and health safety program in LARC.20-22 March 2017Training
    2Research Beyond BoundriesLARC Presented and partcipated in Qatar University - Annual Research Forum3-4 May 2017Research and Exhibition Forum
    3Animal models of Cardiovascular and metabolic research At LARC and their relevance to the research priorities Presented by: Dr. Zsolt Murlasits,
    Associate Research Professor
    13 Sept 2017Seminar
    4Basic Firefighting and safety programLARC Conducted Firefighting and safety Program through QU safety department. This training Comprises of detail Fire safety procedure and regulations and handling fire safety equipments. Mock Fire drill also conducted for the participants.28 Nov. 2017Training
    5Basic Training on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animal (HCULA)This basic training program is covering the use of Rodents as animal models in biomedical research. It is composed of theory and hands-on courses. The theory course is obligatory to all students and researchers who intend to use Qatar University Laboratory animal research center (LARC), regardless of previous training they may have had at other organizations. The hands-on course is obligatory only for all personnel who will be handling live animals at LARC. It is our obligation to help researchers and students to be trained and certified to use the laboratory animal at LARC in a humane and responsible manner. This training program will give the trainee a general understanding on the regulations and responsibility in using laboratory animals for research. The successful participants will be awarded course completion certificates. A copy of HCULA certificate should be submitted with research protocols for QU-IACUC approval. HCULA is in house training conducted by LARC team biannually on December and May.9th May and 5th Dec 2017Training
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    1First-ever training held on humane care and use of lab animals Read More in Qatar University Newsroom5th Jan 2016Training
    2Basic Training on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animal (HCULA)This basic training program is covering the use of Rodents as animal models in biomedical research. It is composed of theory and hands-on courses. The theory course is obligatory to all students and researchers who intend to use Qatar University Laboratory animal research center (LARC), regardless of previous training they may have had at other organizations. The hands-on course is obligatory only for all personnel who will be handling live animals at LARC. It is our obligation to help researchers and students to be trained and certified to use the laboratory animal at LARC in a humane and responsible manner. This training program will give the trainee a general understanding on the regulations and responsibility in using laboratory animals for research. The successful participants will be awarded course completion certificates. A copy of HCULA certificate should be submitted with research protocols for QU-IACUC approval. HCULA is in house training conducted by LARC team biannually on December and May.2nd May and 6th Dec 2016Training
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    1First workshop on the use of laboratory animals for biomedical researchQatar University is actively involved in developing a sustainable scientific research infrastructure to support national and international research collaborations. Biomedical research requires animal models at different stages of the research such as safety testing, clinical trials, genetic testing and immunological responses. Qatar University is the first institute in Qatar that has established a rodent animal facility called Laboratory Animal Research Centre (LARC). At this stage, the availability of expertise in animal care and use is challenging and there is a need to build local human capacity through education and addressing the basic skills in animal research, husbandry and humane care. In addition, there is also a need to disseminate the knowledge about the policy and procedures along with ethical compliance required to conduct animal research. This workshop is a pioneering effort to bring animal researchers under one umbrella. The focus will be on the overview of operational and administrative procedures to be followed at LARC to make use of the facility by various research groups. Moreover, the workshop will provide training of specialized scientific and technical areas relevant to animal facility, animal care, animal research ethics, biosafety, and operational procedures. This workshop will help to gain knowledge and skills from leading international expertise. The workshop will run for two days and will cover more than 12 different specialized training titles.8-9 April 2014Workshop cum Conference

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