Journal articles: 'Abu Dhabi Emirate'

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AlOwais, Tuqa Mohamed. "Emirate of Abu Dhabi Brand Marketing Strategy – Travelers Welcome." Modern Applied Science 13, no. 8 (July 26, 2019): 57. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/mas.v13n8p57.

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Throughout the past century, the United Arab Emirates’ leadership realized the significant importance of initiating novel and innovative strategies to market themselves and contribute in their successful position among the global network, thus their obligation was to employ both short and long term strategies that help in the process of successful promotion, insertion and enhanced situation in the foreign market. Highlighting Abu Dhabi as the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and distinguishing it from the rest of the country, Dubai in particular, was the crucial vision of Al Sheikh Zayed Al Nahayan. Where the collaborative emirate’s leadership had the potential to mark Abu Dhabi as “the global capital city” (Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council, 2007).     This research discusses place-branding and marketing of the emirate of Abu Dhabi, where the emirate’s brand marketing strategies relies on the desert, sea, heritage and the city as key elements towards placing the capital of the United Arab Emirates on the global map, in addition to improving the reputation of the middle east in general and Abu Dhabi in specific, through presenting two study cases: Masder City and Saadiyat Island, which are viewed as vivid examples of the emirate of Abu Dhabi brand marketing strategies implementation focus.     

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Alnuaimi, Mozah Ali Khalfan, and Murad Abdullah Abud AlMawajdeh. "Analyzing the Distribution Pattern of Theft Crimes and the Motives for Committing Them in the United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi." Jordanian Educational Journal 9, no. 1 (January 30, 2024): 324–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.46515/jaes.v9i1.557.

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The study mainly aimed to identify the distribution pattern of robbery crimes in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates during the period (2012-2019), and to identify the social, economic and personal motives for committing theft crimes from the point of view of the perpetrators of the inmates of reform centers in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. To achieve its objectives, the study used the descriptive survey methodology to determine the patterns of the crime of theft and its trends in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi for the period (2012-2019). The study sample consisted of (288) inmates who were inmates in the correction and rehabilitation centers in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi from the perpetrators of theft crimes, in order to identify the motives. Socio-economic and personal to reform the crime of theft. The results of the study revealed a general trend of decreasing the number of robbery crimes in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi during the period (2012-2019). The results related to the detection of patterns of theft crimes in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi based on the percentage index and means according to the variables: gender, marital status the educational level, religion, employment status, and the type of crime for the prevalence of the male pattern, the married class, the level of secondary education and the Islamic religion, and the pattern of the crime of house theft in Abu Emirate. The results showed that the general level of social, economic and personal factors driving the perpetration of theft crimes among the inmates of the reform and rehabilitation centers in The Emirate of Abu Dhabi was medium, and the results showed that the economic motives leading to committing theft crimes have achieved the first rank at a high level, and the social factors driving theft crimes came in the second rank, with a medium level, and in the third and last order the area of personal factors and a medium level.

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Omer Mohamed Yousif and Sumitro Sen. "Reintroduction of red mangrove Rhizophora mucronata in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 7, no. 2 (August 30, 2020): 210–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2020.7.2.0307.

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Reintroduction of once existing red mangrove, Rhizophora mucronata trials were carried out in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Propagules were procured from Pakistan and cultured in a greenhouse before they were planted alongside existing Avicennia marina forest in two sites of Abu Dhabi emirate, Abu Al Abyad and Ras Ghanada Islands. This study documents the present condition of the plants after 11 years of plantation. Long term survival rate was as high as 81% in Abu Al Abyad while Ras Ghanada experienced a very low survival rate at 10%, primarily due to external factors. In contrast, Ras Ghanada plants showed higher growth with the mean height stands at 2.06 m (SD ± 0.31m), while in Abu Al Abyad it is 1.53 m (SD ± 0.36 m). In Abu Al Abyad, more than one third (36.4%) of surviving plants showed reproductive phenology, whereas in Ras Ghanada it was only 10.3%, despite of greater height classes. Many Rhizophora were also noticed with well-developed stilt roots. This study showed that Rhizophora mucronata can be planted in Abu Dhabi, despite the Emirate's harsh climatic conditions.

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Al Dhaheri, Mariam Hamad, and Syed Zamberi Ahmad. "Department of Tourism and Culture – Abu Dhabi: transforming the desert into a city." Emerald Emerging Markets Case Studies 9, no. 1 (January 18, 2019): 1–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eemcs-08-2018-0185.

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Supplementary materials Teaching notes are available upon request. Learning outcomes The purpose of this paper is to enable tourism management and strategic management students to evaluate and analyze tourism activities in the United Arab Emirates by TCA. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of developing tourism in rural areas in the United Arab Emirates and to build up proper strategies. They will be able to perform the organization’s competitive standing using Porter’s Five competitive forces and analyze its business strategies as well. They will be able to analyze the current status of the organization using SWOT analysis and to design alternative strategies for the company using TOWS analysis. Case overview/synopsis The Department of Tourism and Culture – Abu Dhabi, also known as the TCA, is a governmental tourism authority in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi established 14 years ago as part of an economy-diversifying strategy for the non-oil era. The TCA is responsible of creating tourism activities to generate new tourists in Abu Dhabi, which will increase the revenue of the authority and as well increase the gross domestic product of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) economy. Tourism activities have been focused on Abu Dhabi City as is it considered the capital city of the UAE. However, other cities are also part of this strategy, e.g. Al Ain City, which is located in the eastern region of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and Al Dhafra City, which is located in the western region of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, both of which lack the required infrastructure, population, and tourism activity, due in part at least to the fact that the TCA’s strategy plans have been focused on Abu Dhabi City. Sultan Al Mutawa Al Dhaheri (Al Dhaheri), the TCA’s Executive Director of Tourism, has been responsible for developing tourism in Al Ain City and Al Dhafra, but due to the current situation of the two cities regarding the low revenue growth (and the consequent lack of investors willing to invest) and no critical mass (i.e. a sufficient number of hotel rooms available), Al Dhaheri is facing a dilemma regarding achieving TCA strategy in Al Ain City and Al Dhafra City. Complexity academic level This case study will be useful for undergraduate and postgraduate level students majoring in Tourism and Hospitality Management, Business Administration and Strategic Management. Subject code CSS 12: Tourism and Hospitality.

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Hammad, Nada, Syed Zamberi Ahmad, and Avraam Papastathopoulos. "Residents’ perceptions of the impact of tourism in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates." International Journal of Culture, Tourism and Hospitality Research 11, no. 4 (October 2, 2017): 551–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijcthr-04-2017-0048.

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Purpose This paper aims to investigate residents’ perceptions of tourism’s impact on their support for tourism development in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Design/methodology/approach Data were collected using self-administered questionnaires from Abu Dhabi residents (n = 407), who represented 30 nationalities residing in the emirate. Based on social exchange theory, structural equation modeling was used to test hypotheses. Findings Results suggest that Abu Dhabi residents perceive the impacts of tourism positively and are more sensitive to the environmental and economic influences of tourism than the social and cultural influences. Research limitations/implications This study was limited to Abu Dhabi residents; findings cannot be generalized to other emirates in the UAE, or other countries. Originality/value This study adds value to extant tourism literature by investigating residents’ perceptions of the influence of tourism in one of the richest cities worldwide, which aspires to be one of the fastest growing tourism destinations in the Middle East.

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Ahmed, S., S. Javed, S. B. Khan, N. Al Qadi, A. Al Hamadi, and E. Al Hamadi. "Current Status of Breeding Population of Western Osprey in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirate." Raptors Conservation, no. 2 (2023): 102–3. http://dx.doi.org/10.19074/1814-8654-2023-2-102-103.

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Western Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) is a resident breeding species in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Osprey breed from December to March on offshore and nearshore islands and coastal sites across the country. Approximately 90% of the breeding population is found in Abu Dhabi Emirate, making it a critical area for conservation efforts. Due to its significance, Western Osprey has been listed as an Endangered (EN) species in the Abu Dhabi Redlist of Species. In 2023, an Emiratewide comprehensive survey was conducted, covering all coastal sites, as well as nearshore and offshore islands in Abu Dhabi. This was the first such comprehensive census of breeding Ospreys in Abu Dhabi. Data were collected using a customized mobile application with a focus on geo-referencing and photographing all nest structures. Of a total of 339 located nests across more than 60 coastal and island territories, 127 were active. Moreover, 44% (n=148) of all nests were observed on artificial platforms intentionally installed at different breeding territories to support nesting. Whereas 39% (n=133) were built naturally on ground and 17% (n=58) were observed on abandoned high-rise structures. The breeding population of osprey in the UAE is estimated to be 110 breeding pairs. The study established that current breeding population of Ospreys in Abu Dhabi Emirate stands at 127 breeding pairs. This stable breeding population of Osprey indicates the overall well-being of UAE’s coastal and marine environments. The Abu Dhabi Environmental Agency continues to monitor and enforce conservation measures to ensure the protection of this regionally important species and its habitats.

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Kaya, Abdullah, M. Tok, and Muammer Koc. "A Levelized Cost Analysis for Solar-Energy-Powered Sea Water Desalination in The Emirate of Abu Dhabi." Sustainability 11, no. 6 (March 20, 2019): 1691. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su11061691.

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The Emirate of Abu Dhabi heavily relies on seawater desalination for its freshwater needs due to limited available resources. This trend is expected to increase further because of the growing population and economic activity, the rapid decline in limited freshwater reserves, and the aggravating effects of climate change. Seawater desalination in Abu Dhabi is currently done through thermal desalination technologies, such as multi-stage flash (MSF) and multi-effect distillation (MED), coupled with thermal power plants, which is known as co-generation. These thermal desalination methods are together responsible for more than 90% of the desalination capacity in the Emirate. Our analysis indicates that these thermal desalination methods are inefficient regarding energy consumption and harmful to the environment due to CO2 emissions and other dangerous byproducts. The rapid decline in the cost of solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems for energy production and reverse osmosis (RO) technology for desalination makes a combination of these two an ideal option for a sustainable desalination future in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. A levelized cost of water (LCW) study of a solar PV + RO system indicates that Abu Dhabi is well-positioned to utilize this technological combination for cheap and clean desalination in the coming years. Countries in the Sunbelt region with a limited freshwater capacity similar to Abu Dhabi may also consider the proposed system in this study for sustainable desalination.

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Hamed, Hamed al, Alexandros Apostolakis, Shabbar Jaffry, and Markos Kourgiantakis. "An Analysis of Cultural Entrepreneurship in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates." Cultural Management: Science and Education 3, no. 2 (December 16, 2019): 95–110. http://dx.doi.org/10.30819/cmse.3-2.06.

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This paper examines the effect of a number of individual attributes and characteristics on respondents’ intentions to support local cultural entrepreneurship ventures in the Abu Dhabi Emirate of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The objective of the discussion is to capture the effect of a number of individual variables (such as age, gender, and place of residence) as well as tourism phenomena (repeat visit, time of visit) on the importance tourists in Abu Dhabi place on culture and cultural resources. Using binomial probability models, we measure how changes in age, income levels, length of stay, and other variables trigger changes in cultural appreciation among visitors in Abu Dhabi. This approach is based upon a natural extension of the bivariate descriptive analysis usually undertaken in the literature (Zaidi, 2001).

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Grinstead, Eve. "The Emirati Vernacular: Tracing the UAE’s Art History through Architecture as a Reflection of Society." Arts 12, no. 4 (June 30, 2023): 135. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/arts12040135.

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While past studies have considered the relationship between art and architecture, art and society, or society and architecture, few consider all three, let alone when discussing these subjects in the United Arab Emirates. This article presents the evolution of the art scene in that country’s three largest emirates, from its foundation as a federation through today, as a reflection of local societal truths. Since its early days, each concerned emirate—Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah, has developed an art scene unique from the others, and each one has been housed in different kinds of mostly vernacular—though sometimes academic—architecture. Through data collection of the various types of architecture employed in each emirate, this article explores possible reasons why each state has its own art scene, and what can explain this phenomenon. Abu Dhabi, the wealthy capital, has “starchitect” designed institutions; the more avant-garde Dubai employs recycled industrial hangars (or structures made to look as such); while the more traditional Sharjah repurposes historical structures for artistic use. Over time, each emirate begins to borrow different architectural tendencies hitherto mostly seen in the other states, demonstrative of the constant competition the three emirates have with each other. Beyond the local implications, these structures provide a rich discussion on what is considered vernacular in a modern context, as well as where the definition of one stops and the other begins.

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Omer Mohamed Yousif, Krishnakumar Krishnankutty Menon, and Sumitro Sen. "Marine ecosystem restoration and aquaculture-based stock enhancement for fishery resource conservation in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 15, no. 1 (July 30, 2022): 382–90. http://dx.doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2022.15.1.0717.

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There is a necessity to protect and manage the marine ecosystem towards the conservation of the ecological equilibrium and in turn the sustainability of the fishery resources in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Marine stock enhancement (MSE) proved that releasing hatchery fingerlings of marine animals can improve the abundance of harvest beyond the level supported by natural recruitment. For such programme to be beneficial and economical, considerable investment and scientific efforts are required. Among the concerned entities in the United Arab Emirates, the Aquaculture and Marine Studies (AMSC) in Abu Al Abyad Island successfully released 59 million of juveniles of different finfish species and 96 million juveniles of prawn species in Abu Dhabi waters. In the context of conserving the ecological equilibrium, the AMSC was able to plant an area of 5,026 ha in various areas of Abu Dhabi Emirate with grey mangrove, Avicennia marina; culturing over 21,290 corals of Acropora sp., Porites sp., Cyphastrea sp and Psammocora sp. in an area of 0.5 ha nurseries in Abu Al Abyad and Yasat Islands which will later be transplanted in the degraded reef sites in both islands; and a well-established seagrass coverage of 2500 m2 was achieved in affected areas in Abu Al Abyad Island.

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Gubiani, Robert, Rashed Al Zaabi, Justin Chuven, and Pritpal Soorae. "Rediscovery of Caracal Caracal caracal (Schreber, 1776) (Mammalia: Carnivora: Felidae) in Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE." Journal of Threatened Taxa 12, no. 16 (December 14, 2020): 17194–202. http://dx.doi.org/10.11609/jott.5856.12.16.17194-17202.

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We present evidence confirming the presence of Caracal Caracal caracal in Abu Dhabi Emirate. Camera trap deployment into areas likely to harbour elusive species revealed the presence of at least one male individual with 37 records in 683 camera trap days over a seven-month period. These records represent the first confirmed presence of Caracal in Abu Dhabi Emirate since 1965. Both diurnal and nocturnal records highlighted varied activity patterns of this generally elusive species. Foraging activity occurred primarily during low luminosity levels associated with the new moon. The evidence obtained proves the presence of Arabian Caracal in a location long suspected of providing suitable habitat for this species.

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Sakkir, Sabitha, Murat Erdem Güzel, Maitha Al Mansouri, and Pritpal Soora. "Contribution to the knowledge of Lactuca L. (Asteraceae) in the United Arab Emirates." Biodiversity: Research and Conservation 71 (September 30, 2023): 9–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.14746/biorc.2023.71.4.

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We present new data on the distribution of Lactuca species and review the currently documented data on the genus in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). L. serriola L. is recorded for the first time from Abu Dhabi Emirate. L. dissecta D. Don, L. serriola, and L. orientalis (Boiss.) Boiss. were already reported from other emirates. Detailed morphological descriptions, types, distribution maps, and a key to Lactuca species in the UAE are included. We also highlight the deficiency of the documentation with herbarium specimens in the UAE.

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Abdalla, Ibrahim M., and Mohamed Y. Hassan. "Maximum likelihood estimation of Lorenz curves using alternative parametric model." Advances in Methodology and Statistics 1, no. 1 (January 1, 2004): 109–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.51936/wilo6257.

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In this paper the Lorenz curve proposed by Abdalla and Hassan is fitted to grouped income data of Abu-Dhabi Emirate family expenditure survey, 1997, using Maximum likelihood estimation method and assuming that income shares follow a Dirichlet distribution. Employing Abdalla and Hassan's together with some known parametric Lorenz models, estimates based on the maximum likelihood are compared with those based on nonlinear least squares techniques. Given the nature of the distribution of income and the distinct characteristics of Abu-Dhabi Emirate, it is evident that the maximum likelihood estimation approach produces comparable parameter estimates to the non-linear least squares techniques, but higher standard errors and less goodness of fit. Under the two estimation techniques, the model proposed by Abdalla and Hassan performed well better than some well known parametric models in the literature.

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Dickson, Martina, and Johann Le Roux. "Feminising Schools in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE: Cause for Concern!" Journal of Educational and Psychological Studies [JEPS] 7, no. 4 (December 1, 2013): 525–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.53543/jeps.vol7iss4pp525-536.

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Schools in the UAE have been undergoing radical educational reform over the past six years. Government schools are currently gender segregated from grade 1 and staffed by either male or female teachers, but not by both genders in the same school. In 2011 the Abu Dhabi Educational Council (ADEC) announced plans to completely feminise primary schools in the emirate. Emirati male teachers represent a small minority, but one which potentially has a very powerful significance, both culturally and educationally. This paper intends to explore male pre-service teachers’ perceptions of this issue. Six male Emirati pre-service teachers were interviewed. Our findings show that during internship, they felt that their being male and Emirati was significant and positive, and that pupils were relating to them in a unique way as a result. We found that all had been extremely positively influenced by an Emirati male teacher as school pupils. Most thought that employing a system of feminization would be detrimental to young males seeking male role models and gave examples of the way in which they had observed this. The findings of this small-scale study have potentially significant implications for educational policy-makers in Abu Dhabi and other regions in the Gulf considering school feminization.

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Dickson, Martina, and Johann Le Roux. "Feminising Schools in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE: Cause for Concern!" Journal of Educational and Psychological Studies [JEPS] 7, no. 4 (December 1, 2013): 525. http://dx.doi.org/10.24200/jeps.vol7iss4pp525-536.

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Schools in the UAE have been undergoing radical educational reform over the past six years. Government schools are currently gender segregated from grade 1 and staffed by either male or female teachers, but not by both genders in the same school. In 2011 the Abu Dhabi Educational Council (ADEC) announced plans to completely feminise primary schools in the emirate. Emirati male teachers represent a small minority, but one which potentially has a very powerful significance, both culturally and educationally. This paper intends to explore male pre-service teachers’ perceptions of this issue. Six male Emirati pre-service teachers were interviewed. Our findings show that during internship, they felt that their being male and Emirati was significant and positive, and that pupils were relating to them in a unique way as a result. We found that all had been extremely positively influenced by an Emirati male teacher as school pupils. Most thought that employing a system of feminization would be detrimental to young males seeking male role models and gave examples of the way in which they had observed this. The findings of this small-scale study have potentially significant implications for educational policy-makers in Abu Dhabi and other regions in the Gulf considering school feminization.

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Mansoori, Khaled Ahmed Al, Jawahitha Sarabdeen, and Abdel Latif Tchantchane. "Investigating Emirati citizens’ adoption of e-government services in Abu Dhabi using modified UTAUT model." Information Technology & People 31, no. 2 (April 3, 2018): 455–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/itp-12-2016-0290.

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Purpose E-government is new to the public administration sector of Abu Dhabi and it is rapidly expanding. The purpose of this paper is to explore the factors that might motivate citizens to adopt the e-government public services provided by the Government of Abu Dhabi Emirate. The insights of the study will help government leaders to plan the delivery of public services effectively. Design/methodology/approach The study surveyed 638 United Arab Emirates (UAE) citizens living in three main districts of the Abu Dhabi Emirate. The research used an exploratory factor analysis that conforms the validity of the theoretical model to the data collected, confirmatory analysis to extract the latent factors and both multiple regression and structural equation modelling to test the research hypotheses. Findings The finding revealed that internet trust and performance expectancy was the strongest predictors of intention to use e-government services. Effort expectancy, facilitating conditions and trust had a positive influence on behavioural intention (BI). However, social influence (SI) did not have a significant effect. Gender, age and experience did not affect the relationship between SI and BI. It was also found that BI to use e-government services had a significant influence on the actual use of e-government sites. Practical implications When the government gets to know the major factors that affect the adoption of e-government services in Abu Dhabi, it can maximise its returns on ICT infrastructure investments by providing efficient service that could be adopted by the citizens. Originality/value The research has theoretical and practical value. Though the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) model has previously been used in organisational settings, the present study uses a modified version in the context of citizens’ acceptance and use of e-government services. The present study thus provides an extension of the UTAUT model that could be suitable for developing countries such as the UAE.

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Hassan, Hany M., Nuha M. Albusaeedi, Atef M. Garib, and Hussain A. Al-Harthei. "Exploring the Nature and Severity of Heavy Truck Crashes in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates." Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board 2517, no. 1 (January 2015): 1–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.3141/2517-01.

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Traffic crashes involving heavy trucks long have been a major concern in the field of traffic safety because of their great effect on accident severity. The emirate of Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates, features a unique situation: several roads designed mainly for truck movement. Even though those roads were constructed more than 10 years ago to decrease the severity of truck-related crashes, no prior studies have examined their effects on traffic safety improvements. The goals of this study were to understand better the nature, characteristics, and causes of heavy truck crashes occurring in Abu Dhabi; to identify the factors associated with crash severities; and to examine the probability of truck crashes involving fatalities on truck roads versus on mixed-vehicle roads. Data were analyzed from a sample of 1,426 heavy truck–related crashes with reported fatalities or injuries that occurred in Abu Dhabi between 2007 and 2013. First, conditional distributions, two-way analysis, and odds ratios were performed. Second, ordered probit and structural equation models were developed. Results indicated that the likelihood of truck crashes involving fatalities was 35% higher on truck roads than on mixed-vehicle roads. In addition, findings showed that human error, driver education, location, road type, and road speed variables were significant in affecting the severity of heavy truck– related crashes. Finally, practical suggestions on how to reduce the number of heavy truck–related crashes in Abu Dhabi are presented and discussed.

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Koornneef, Erik J., Paul B. M. Robben, Mohammed B. Al Seiari, and Zaid Al Siksek. "Health system reform in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates." Health Policy 108, no. 2-3 (December 2012): 115–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.healthpol.2012.08.026.

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Alsuwaidi, Ahmed R., Farida I. Al Hosani, Shammah Al Memari, Hassib Narchi, Laila Abdel Wareth, Hazem Kamal, Mai Al Ketbi, et al. "Seroprevalence of COVID-19 infection in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: a population-based cross-sectional study." International Journal of Epidemiology 50, no. 4 (April 24, 2021): 1077–90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/ije/dyab077.

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Abstract Background The United Arab Emirates (UAE) was the first country in the Middle East to report severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. Serosurveys are essential to understanding the extent of virus transmission. This cross-sectional study aims to assess the seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 infection in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Methods Between 19 July and 14 August 2020, 4487 households were selected using a random sample stratified by region and citizenship of the head of household (UAE citizen or non-citizen). A cluster sample of 40 labour camps was selected. Data on socio-demographic characteristics, risk factors and symptoms compatible with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) were collected. Each participant was first tested by Roche Elecsys® Anti-SARS-CoV-2 assay, followed, when reactive, by the LIAISON® SARS-CoV-2 S1/S2 IgG assay. Results Among 8831 individuals from households, seroprevalence was 10·4% [95% confidence intervals (CIs) 9·5–11·4], with higher seroprevalence in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain regions compared with those in Al Dhafra. In households, we found no sex difference and UAE citizens had lower seroprevalence compared with those of other nationalities. Among 4855 workers residing in labour camps, seroprevalence was 68·6% (95% CI 61·7–74·7), with higher seroprevalence among workers from Southeast Asia. In households, individuals with higher body mass indexes demonstrated higher seroprevalences than individuals with normal weight. Anosmia and ageusia were strongly associated with seropositivity. Conclusions The majority of household populations in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi remained unexposed to SARS-CoV-2. In labour camps, SARS-CoV-2 transmission was high. Effective public health measures should be maintained.

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Awadalla, Dina Mustafa Mohammad, and Francisco Daniel Benicio de Albuquerque. "Identification of Risk Factors Associated with Fatal Intersection Crashes and Assessment of the In-Service Safety Performance of Signalized Intersections and Roundabouts in Abu Dhabi." Safety 7, no. 4 (October 13, 2021): 69. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/safety7040069.

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Several research studies conducted in North America and Europe have consistently shown that converting signalized intersections into roundabouts leads to safety benefits. These studies have led North American and European transportation agencies to convert hundreds of signalized intersections into roundabouts over the last few decades. Meanwhile, the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has replaced many of its long-standing roundabouts with signalized intersections (i.e., controlled by traffic lights) despite the fact that no UAE-based scientific study comparing the safety performance of these two intersection types can be found in the literature. Hence, the objectives of this paper are to (i) identify factors that significantly contribute to fatal intersection-related crashes and (ii) assess the in-service safety performance of signalized intersections and roundabouts. It is anticipated that the findings from this research will provide road designers and decision-makers with much needed scientific guidance on which factors contribute to fatal intersection crashes as well as on whether converting existing roundabouts into signalized intersections improves public safety or not in Abu Dhabi. The findings from this research should also benefit neighboring Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries considering their similarities in road design, traffic characteristics, and driving culture.

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Awadalla, Dina Mustafa Mohammad, and Francisco Daniel Benicio de Albuquerque. "Identification of Risk Factors Associated with Fatal Intersection Crashes and Assessment of the In-Service Safety Performance of Signalized Intersections and Roundabouts in Abu Dhabi." Safety 7, no. 4 (October 13, 2021): 69. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/safety7040069.

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Several research studies conducted in North America and Europe have consistently shown that converting signalized intersections into roundabouts leads to safety benefits. These studies have led North American and European transportation agencies to convert hundreds of signalized intersections into roundabouts over the last few decades. Meanwhile, the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has replaced many of its long-standing roundabouts with signalized intersections (i.e., controlled by traffic lights) despite the fact that no UAE-based scientific study comparing the safety performance of these two intersection types can be found in the literature. Hence, the objectives of this paper are to (i) identify factors that significantly contribute to fatal intersection-related crashes and (ii) assess the in-service safety performance of signalized intersections and roundabouts. It is anticipated that the findings from this research will provide road designers and decision-makers with much needed scientific guidance on which factors contribute to fatal intersection crashes as well as on whether converting existing roundabouts into signalized intersections improves public safety or not in Abu Dhabi. The findings from this research should also benefit neighboring Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries considering their similarities in road design, traffic characteristics, and driving culture.

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Slak Valek, Natasa, and Anestis Fotiadis. "Happiness as a value of event organizers in Abu Dhabi." International Journal of Event and Festival Management 10, no. 1 (April 25, 2019): 34–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijefm-03-2018-0018.

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to consider the self-determination theory (SDT) to examine the perceived impact of events on happiness based on event organizers’ opinions. Moreover, it explores whether event organizers in Abu Dhabi consider promoting happiness and well-being as a value of their event and examines how organizers define a successful event. Design/methodology/approach The research was inspired by Abu Dhabi’s governmental initiative to promote happiness at all stages, with the aim of becoming one of the happiest countries in the world. A qualitative approach was used, and seven event organizers from the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates were interviewed. Findings Attributes of an event were analyzed, and the results indicated that happiness as a value of events is not an idea that occurs to organizers by recalling values; yet, after reminding them of “happiness,” they all agreed that this value is what they do promote with their events. Practical implications Thus, actions must be considered to implement happiness with the potential to become a “first-on-mind” value of events organized in Abu Dhabi (UAE). Originality/value Specifically, the authors researched if event organizers consider promoting happiness and well-being as a value of their event, as well as to determine what they considered to be a successful event.

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Al Yousuf, Mariam, Samara Bin Salem, Bashir Abdi Ali, Morad Saleib, Hasan Juwaihan, and Eunice Taylor. "Setting the standard." Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes 7, no. 1 (February 9, 2015): 33–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/whatt-12-2014-0039.

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Purpose – This article aims to outline the process of developing Codes of Practice and their content and assessment for eight hospitality industry sub-sectors in Abu Dhabi. This is the third article in a Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes theme issue presenting a comprehensive government strategy for improving food safety management standards across the hospitality industry. Design/methodology/approach – The research process gathered quantitative and qualitative data from industry visits, surveys, interviews, document analysis, focus groups and stakeholder workshops. Findings – Standards varied across the industry, with distinct characteristics and patterns across the eight groups. Systems were most likely to be found to be in place within hotels. However, there were some issues with validation, documentation and particularly certification. In other sectors, there were lower levels of food safety management with some additional specific challenges. The baseline data identified, along with regulatory requirements based on international best practice, provided a detailed roadmap for outcomes to be achieved in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Originality/value – The article brings together a theoretical and practical discussion of food safety standards within the hospitality industry, with a unique insight into a practical application in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It will be of value to practitioners, researchers, policy makers and other stakeholders involved in the food industry.

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Maghelal, Praveen, Khaled Alawadi, Sudha Arlikatti, and Abeer Wahdain. "Influence of the Built Environment on Physical Activity Choices among Emirati Male and Female Adolescents: An Examination of Parents’ and Students’ Perceptions." Sustainability 14, no. 1 (December 31, 2021): 444. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su14010444.

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The UN Human Development Report 2020 ranked the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as having achieved ‘very high human development’ and as being at the 31st position among all countries. Despite this, the ever increasing obesity rates among Emirati youth, higher than international standards, is alarming. This research aims at identifying how different perceptions of the built environment by parents and adolescents are likely to affect physical activity (PA) choices among male and female Emirati youth. This can help inform better health and education policies to achieve three of the interconnected UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), namely good quality health and well-being, quality education, and gender equality, that the UAE strives to achieve. Responses from 335 students (aged 14–20) from six schools and 250 parent responses in the Al Ain region of Abu Dhabi Emirate were used to understand the mean variation in perception of five built environment constructs. Further, multinomial logit regression was used to assess the health condition using the perception, behavior, and built environment measures. Results indicate that Emirati males perceive the built environment factors as barriers more than female adolescents. Parents perceive street crossing (p < 0.016) and sidewalk characteristics (p < 0.020) to be more of a hindrance. Traffic exposure, self-reported physical activity, and walkability near homes and schools significantly affect Emirati adolescents’ health conditions. Recommendations are made for various stakeholders including parents, school authorities, Abu Dhabi Municipality and Transportation, and the Urban Planning department on ways to enhance the built environment and encourage PA and well-being of Emirati adolescents.

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Parcero, Osiris, Abdul-Aziz Osman Abahindy, Abdul Rashid Faizi, and Ahmad Kamalsada. "Foreign Ownership And Local Firms Capital Labor Ratio: Case Of Abu Dhabi." International Business & Economics Research Journal (IBER) 13, no. 2 (February 27, 2014): 377. http://dx.doi.org/10.19030/iber.v13i2.8454.

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This paper examines the impact of foreign ownership on local firms capital deepness in the resource-rich economy of Abu Dhabi. The authors use a novel dataset of more than 15,000 local firms registered in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.Empirical evidence shows a positive effect of foreign ownership on the capital labor ratio for the local firms, which is typically channeled through technology and knowledge transfer to the local firms. The results also show that the capital labor ratio of a firm is positively associated to the firm involvement in international trade. Overall, the evidence supports the fact that the economy of Abu Dhabi may benefit from foreign ownership and the openness to trade.

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Wardat, Yousef, Shashidhar Belbase, Hassan Tairab, Rachel Alison Takriti, Maria Efstratopoulou, and Hamza Dodeen. "The Influence of School Factors on Students’ Mathematics Achievements in Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) in Abu Dhabi Emirate Schools." Education Sciences 12, no. 7 (June 21, 2022): 424. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/educsci12070424.

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This study aimed to explore school factors that influence students’ achievements in Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) in schools in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates. The study sample for TIMSS 2015 consisted of 4838 students in eighth grade; 2172 girls, 2666 boys, and 156 schools from Abu Dhabi attended and participated in TIMSS 2015. Principal component analysis (PCA) was run on 77 items of school questionnaires administered to school principals to provide information about the school contexts for teaching and learning. The five factors from the school questionnaire were general school resources, school discipline and safety, parental support, principal experience and education, and library and instruction resources. Multiple regression models were implemented to examine the impact of school factors on student achievement in TIMSS 2015. The models are statistically significant, indicating that they fit the data well. This also demonstrates a significant linear relationship between students’ achievement in TIMSS 2015 and the variables related to school factors.

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Rygiel, Jolanta. "Bilingual Education in the United Arab Emirates." Językoznawstwo 15, no. 1 (December 2021): 289–305. http://dx.doi.org/10.25312/2391-5137.15/2021_22jr.

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This article describes the different methods used in bilingual education programs, focusing on how they have been adapted in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The article outlines pedagogical approaches and describes the relevant sociocultural context. It outlines actions that might result in a loss of heritage and details how the government has protected the nation from these risks. It also discusses the legal background of the educational sector in the UAE and the Emirate. Keywords: bilingual education, curriculum, cultural approach, UAE, schools

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Khouri, Khalid, Ahmed Buriki, and Brian Evans. "REHABILITATION OF SEWERS IN THE EMIRATE OF ABU DHABI." Proceedings of the Water Environment Federation 2001, no. 13 (January 1, 2001): 546–56. http://dx.doi.org/10.2175/193864701790864548.

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Abuelgasim, Abdelgadir, and Ashraf Farahat. "Investigations on PM10, PM2.5, and Their Ratio over the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates." Earth Systems and Environment 4, no. 4 (November 21, 2020): 763–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s41748-020-00186-2.

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AbstractWorldwide monitoring of ambient outdoor air quality is critical for planning mitigation measures and controls for public safety. Several airborne pollutants are measured and continuously monitored by multiple government environmental agencies. Such pollutants include particulate matter (PM) levels, both PM10 and PM2.5, ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, lead, and volatile organic compounds. However, scientific studies related to air pollution and the temporal variability of PM levels in the United Arab Emirates are limited. This study comprehensively analyzes the spatiotemporal variations in PM10, PM2.5, and the PM2.5/PM10 ratio over the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates during 2017–2018. The PM levels are high during April–September, peaking in July each year, likely because of intense dust and sandstorms; the same levels are low during October–March. Industrial areas have higher annual average PM10 levels (162 μg/m3) compared to urban core areas (132 μg/m3) and suburban areas (131 μg/m3). In general, the values of the PM2.5/PM10 ratio are low ranging between annual averages of 0.29 and 0.49 across the industrial, urban core, and desert/suburban areas. This is a characteristic particular to arid and semi-arid environments owing to the prevalence of high quantities of PM10 leading to a low PM2.5/PM10 ratio. In addition, this low ratio indicates that, within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, air pollution is primarily driven by natural processes related to sand particle uplift, movement, and deposition rather than by human activities.

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Kizhisseri, Mohamed I., Mohamed M. Mohamed, Walid El-Shorbagy, Rezaul Chowdhury, and Adrian McDonald. "Development of a dynamic water budget model for Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE." PLOS ONE 16, no. 1 (January 27, 2021): e0245140. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0245140.

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In this study, a dynamic water budget model is developed for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi (EAD) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The model, called Abu Dhabi Water Budget Model (ADWBM), accounts for a number of drivers such as population growth, economic growth, consumption pattern and climatic factors. Model formulation, calibration, validation as well as simulation results for two future situations are presented in this paper. The two water simulations discuss demand-side options in response to different future water conditions until 2050. The first simulation, namely, baseline (BL) simulation examined water balance in the emirate assuming no change in both water production and consumption. BL simulation results highlight the expected shortages in water resources assuming no modification in the supply side. The second simulation, a more conservative and practical simulation considering water conservation options and sustainable improvements to the supply side was developed to achieve a balanced water budget by reducing the baseline consumption rates. The results show that a significant demand reduction is needed in all demand sectors, reaching 60% in the potable sectors and above 70% in non-potable sectors. Overall, results show that the ADWBM can be used as a numerical tool to produce accurate figures of water supply and demand for the sake of planning and decision making in the water sector of the EAD until 2050.

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Abdel-Razig, Sawsan, and Hatem Alameri. "Restructuring Graduate Medical Education to Meet the Health Care Needs of Emirati Citizens." Journal of Graduate Medical Education 5, no. 2 (June 1, 2013): 195–200. http://dx.doi.org/10.4300/jgme-05-03-41.

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Abstract Many nations are struggling with the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of health care systems to meet the needs of their citizens. In the United Arab Emirates, a small nation with vast wealth, the lives of average citizens have evolved from a harsh, nomadic existence to enjoyment of the comforts of modern life. Substantial progress has been made in the provision of education, housing, health, employment, and other forms of social advancement. Having covered these basic needs, the government of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is responding to the challenge of developing a comprehensive health system to serve the needs of its citizens, including restructuring the nation's graduate medical education (GME) system. We describe how Abu Dhabi is establishing GME policies and infrastructure to develop and support a comprehensive health care system, while also being responsive to population health needs. We review recent progress in developing a systematic approach for developing GME infrastructure in this small emirate, and discuss how the process of designing a GME system to meet the needs of Emirati citizens has benefited from the experience of “Western” nations. We also examine the challenges we encountered in this process and the solutions adopted, adapted, or specifically developed to meet local needs. We conclude by highlighting how our experience “at the GME drawing board” reflects the challenges encountered by scholars, administrators, and policymakers in nations around the world as they seek to coordinate health care and GME resources to ensure care for populations.

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Al Kaabi, Ahmed, Alyazi Al Mazrouei, Salma Al Hamadi, Mariam Al Yousuf, and Eunice Taylor. "Knowing the status." Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes 7, no. 1 (February 9, 2015): 17–32. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/whatt-12-2014-0038.

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Purpose – This paper aims to provide an overview of the methods used, and results found, during an in-depth investigation into the status of food safety management systems in eight types of Abu Dhabi businesses. It is the second article in a Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes theme issue presenting a comprehensive government strategy for improving food safety management standards across the hospitality industry. Design/methodology/approach – The research process gathered quantitative and qualitative data from industry visits, surveys, interviews, document analysis, focus groups and stakeholder workshops. Findings – Standards varied across the industry, with distinct characteristics and patterns across the eight groups. Systems were most likely to be found to be in place within hotels. However, there were some issues with validation, documentation and particularly certification. In other sectors, there were lower levels of food safety management with some additional specific challenges. The baseline data identified, along with regulatory requirements based on international best practice, provided a detailed road map for outcomes to be achieved in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Originality/value – The article brings together a theoretical and practical discussion of food safety standards within the hospitality industry, with a unique insight into a practical application in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It will be of value to practitioners, researchers, policy makers and other stakeholders involved in the food industry.

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Omer Mohamed Yousif and Sumitro Sen. "Reintroduction of red mangrove Rhizophora mucronata in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 7, no. 2 (August 30, 2020): 210–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2020.12.2.0307.

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Bastin, Lucas. "Are Emirate Rulers Immune from Civil Suits in English Courts?" Arab Law Quarterly 27, no. 2 (2013): 97–124. http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/15730255-12341251.

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Abstract This article considers whether the rulers of the seven United Arab Emirates are immune from civil suits before English courts. It commences by summarising the constitutional structure of the UAE and political roles which the Emirate rulers play within its federal government, before setting out the relevant English and international law of State and head of State immunity. Having explained this background, this article assesses the position of each ruler and concludes that the rulers of Abu Dhabi and Dubai are immune from civil suits before English courts but that the rulers of Sharjah, Ra’s al-Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm al-Qaiwain and Ajman are less likely to attract immunity.

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Kallweit, Heiko, and Peter Hellyer. "A flint 'dagger' from Rumaitha, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE." Arabian Archaeology and Epigraphy 14, no. 1 (May 2003): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1034/j.1600-0471.2003.00001.x.

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Dawoud, Mohamed A. "Groundwater economics in arid regions: Abu Dhabi Emirate case study." DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT 176 (2020): 84–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.5004/dwt.2020.25501.

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Al-Harthei, Hussain, Oualid (Walid) Ben Ali, and Atef Garib. "Real-Time Traffic Patrol Allocation for Abu Dhabi Emirate (UAE)." Journal of Traffic and Logistics Engineering 1, no. 1 (2013): 64–68. http://dx.doi.org/10.12720/jtle.1.1.64-68.

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de Albuquerque, Francisco Daniel B., and Dina M. Awadalla. "Characterization of road crashes in the emirate of Abu Dhabi." Transportation Research Procedia 48 (2020): 1095–110. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.trpro.2020.08.136.

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Al-Katheeri, E. S. "Towards the Establishment of Water Management in Abu Dhabi Emirate." Water Resources Management 22, no. 2 (January 16, 2007): 205–15. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11269-006-9151-y.

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Sakkir, Sabitha, Parappurakkal Thazhe Arunraj, Maitha Al Mansoori, and Pritpal Soorae. "Bidens L. (Coreopsideae, Asteraceae), a new generic record for Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates." Check List 17, no. 4 (July 19, 2021): 1049–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.15560/17.4.1049.

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We report a collection of Bidens pilosa L. from an urban habitat in Abu Dhabi. This represents a new generic record of Bidens L. for the emirate. The species has most likely been accidentally introduced and has the potential to affect the native flora because of its fast rate of growth. The new record expands the geographic distribution of the species and highlights the importance of expanding surveys to include urban habitats, which would help track the spread of non-native species within the emirate.

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Abulail, Ayman, Azhar Abdul Rahman, Nurul Zahirah Noor Azman, and Jamal Hassan. "Monitoring Pediatric Head CT Scan Dose Levels: A Retrospective Study of Diagnostic Reference Levels in a Single Hospital in Abu Dhabi, UAE." Applied Sciences 13, no. 8 (April 7, 2023): 4662. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/app13084662.

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Diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) are critical operational standards for monitoring radiological imaging parameters and ensuring patient safety in hospitals. A regular review of DRLs is necessary to optimize scanners and protocol parameters. This retrospective study collected data on the CT dose index volume and dose–length product for 250 children who underwent head CT scans in the region of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Descriptive statistics were used to present median, range, and interquartile range values for each pediatric age group, based on region and protocol. The 75th percentile was used as the reference point for local DRLs. Proposed values of DRLs were suggested per age groups; 304 mGy∙cm (children < 1 year), 385 mGy∙cm (children ≥ 1 year to <5 years), 441 mGy∙cm (children ≥ 5 years to <10 years), and 568 mGy∙cm (patients ≥ 10 years to <16 years. A comparison of the local DRLs with previously established ones was carried out, and differences were discussed. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study on pediatric head CT scans in this region. We believe the results can be used as a baseline for establishing local DRLs in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and national DRLs in the United Arab Emirates.

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Abasaeed, Abobakr, Jiri Vlcek, Mohammed Abuelkhair, and Ales Kubena. "Self-medication with antibiotics by the community of Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates." Journal of Infection in Developing Countries 3, no. 07 (August 30, 2009): 491–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.3855/jidc.466.

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Background: Self-medication with antibiotics may increase the risk of inappropriate use and the selection of resistant bacteria. The objective of the study was to estimate the prevalence of self-medication with antibiotics in Abu Dhabi. Methodology: A validated, self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, and the chi-square test when applicable. One thousand subjects were invited to participate in the study. Results: Eight hundred sixty questionnaires were completed, with a respondent rate of 86%, consisting of 66% males and 34% females. Among the 860 participants, 485 (56%) reported the use of antibiotics within the last year. Amoxicillin was the antibiotic most commonly used (46.3%). The survey showed a significant association between antibiotics used and age group (p

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Saleous, N., S. Issa, and J. Al Mazrouei. "GIS-BASED WIND FARM SITE SELECTION MODEL OFFSHORE ABU DHABI EMIRATE, UAE." ISPRS - International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences XLI-B8 (June 23, 2016): 437–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-xli-b8-437-2016.

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has declared the increased use of alternative energy a strategic goal and has invested in identifying and developing various sources of such energy. This study aimed at assessing the viability of establishing wind farms offshore the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE and to identify favourable sites for such farms using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) procedures and algorithms. Based on previous studies and on local requirements, a set of suitability criteria was developed including ocean currents, reserved areas, seabed topography, and wind speed. GIS layers were created and a weighted overlay GIS model based on the above mentioned criteria was built to identify suitable sites for hosting a new offshore wind energy farm. Results showed that most of Abu Dhabi offshore areas were unsuitable, largely due to the presence of restricted zones (marine protected areas, oil extraction platforms and oil pipelines in particular). However, some suitable sites could be identified, especially around Delma Island and North of Jabal Barakah in the Western Region. The environmental impact of potential wind farm locations and associated cables on the marine ecology was examined to ensure minimal disturbance to marine life. Further research is needed to specify wind mills characteristics that suit the study area especially with the presence of heavy traffic due to many oil production and shipping activities in the Arabian Gulf most of the year.

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Saleous, N., S. Issa, and J. Al Mazrouei. "GIS-BASED WIND FARM SITE SELECTION MODEL OFFSHORE ABU DHABI EMIRATE, UAE." ISPRS - International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences XLI-B8 (June 23, 2016): 437–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.5194/isprsarchives-xli-b8-437-2016.

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has declared the increased use of alternative energy a strategic goal and has invested in identifying and developing various sources of such energy. This study aimed at assessing the viability of establishing wind farms offshore the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE and to identify favourable sites for such farms using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) procedures and algorithms. Based on previous studies and on local requirements, a set of suitability criteria was developed including ocean currents, reserved areas, seabed topography, and wind speed. GIS layers were created and a weighted overlay GIS model based on the above mentioned criteria was built to identify suitable sites for hosting a new offshore wind energy farm. Results showed that most of Abu Dhabi offshore areas were unsuitable, largely due to the presence of restricted zones (marine protected areas, oil extraction platforms and oil pipelines in particular). However, some suitable sites could be identified, especially around Delma Island and North of Jabal Barakah in the Western Region. The environmental impact of potential wind farm locations and associated cables on the marine ecology was examined to ensure minimal disturbance to marine life. Further research is needed to specify wind mills characteristics that suit the study area especially with the presence of heavy traffic due to many oil production and shipping activities in the Arabian Gulf most of the year.

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Sherif, Sherin A., and Mohamed S. Gheblawi. "Revenue Determinants for Abu-Dhabi Fishermen and Assessment of Input Allocative Efficiency." Journal of Agricultural and Marine Sciences [JAMS] 14 (January 1, 2009): 17. http://dx.doi.org/10.24200/jams.vol14iss0pp17-25.

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This study examined the fishing industry in Abu Dhabi, the main fish-producing Emirate in the UAE, from the fishermen’s point of view. Marginal analysis was used to identify the most prominent fishing-revenue determinants along with assessing the allocative (price) efficiency of inputs used. A log-log total value product (TVP) function was estimated for a representative cross-section random sample of 131 Abu-Dhabi fishermen. This revealed that (1) labor, fishing effort, boat capacity, boat boarding expenses, and expenditures on oil and lubricants are the five main determinants of total revenue for the individual fishermen in Abu Dhabi; (2) boat-purchase price constituted a huge investment cost to fishermen distributed over the lifetime of the boat; although only one-third of fishermen acquire loans for this purpose; (3) the only type of records fishermen keep were those pertinent to monthly revenues; and (4) price efficiency is found not to be achieved for any of the five prominent inputs that have great impact on total fishermen’s revenues, as three inputs were found to be under-utilized in varying degrees, whereas two were found to be significantly over-utilized.

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Mohammad, Jihad Tabbaa, and Husiny Hassanin Hussein. "Production systems of village chickens in the Abu-Dhabi Emirate, UAE." African Journal of Agricultural Research 12, no. 40 (October 5, 2017): 2986–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.5897/ajar2017.12457.

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Tabbaa, Mohammad J., Faisal S. Barakeh, and Maher M. Baker. "PRODUCTION SYSTEMS OF SMALL RUMINANTS IN THE ABU-DHABI EMIRATE, UAE." Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences 6, no. 5 (October 5, 2018): 816–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.18006/2018.6(5).816.827.

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Ali, Oualid Walid Ben, Hussain Al-Harthei, and Atef Garib. "Real-Time Fog Warning System for the Abu Dhabi Emirate (UAE)." Journal of Traffic and Logistics Engineering 1, no. 2 (2013): 213–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.12720/jtle.1.2.213-217.

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Saji, Anitha, and Andrew E. Whittington. "Ant-lion fauna recorded in the Abu Dhabi Emirate (Neuroptera: Myrmeleontidae)." Zoology in the Middle East 44, no. 1 (January 2008): 83–100. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09397140.2008.10638292.

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Fitterman, David V., Christopher M. Menges, Abdullah M. Al Kamali, and Fuad Essa Jama. "Electromagnetic mapping of buried paleochannels in eastern Abu Dhabi Emirate, U.A.E." Geoexploration 27, no. 1-2 (February 1991): 111–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0016-7142(91)90018-8.

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