Effat University Repository

Effat University Institutional Repository

Welcome to the Effat University Repository, a service of Effat Library and Cultural Museum. This repository provides global and open access to scholarship and research output created by Effat University faculty, graduate and undergraduate students.
While the University Repository is accessible to the public, submission is limited to  Effat University community.
 

If you have any questions, please email us at repository@effatuniversity.edu.sa

Recent Submissions

  • PublicationOpen Access
    Postpartum Retreats
    (Effat University) Babgi, Danah; S20106725; Abdelrazik, Ahmed; Design
    Increasing maternal engagement with self-care during critical postpartum stages is important. This retreat provides an environment where mothers are believed to have strong engagement with themselves as they remain immersed in self-care and self-recovery practices. The postnatal retreat seeks to combine the traditional practice with contemporary ones to create novel settings that enable self-care and recovery for mothers. The relaxing environment created by such attributes as mindfulness rooms, wellness rooms, and relaxation areas allows mothers to focus on their health by taking care of themselves more effectively enhancing their health. The postnatal retreat seeks comprehensive mother and infant wellness by developed personalized care plans for each of them. The approach to mothers is based on science and compassion where all possible evidence-based practices are employed to enhance mother care from day one. The presence of these features dulls the senses using various soothing colors and simple designs that help preserve tranquility. This program seeks to change how postpartum care is perceived and carried out by providing a different welcoming environment where women become stronger and appreciate their motherhood phas
  • PublicationOpen Access
    Smart Fitness Device
    (Effat University) Bawareth, Reema; S2010679; Khalifa, Sajid; Design
    The design and development of a smart fitness gadget that uses cutting-edge sensor technology and machine learning algorithms to offer individualized tracking of health and wellness is presented in this research study. The gadget's main objective is to enable users to have a better understanding of their levels of physical activity, their ability to undertake exercises, and their general level of fitness in order to encourage healthier lifestyles. In order to improve the device's ergonomics, interface, and general user experience, the research also looks into the iterative design process, which includes user testing and feedback. The study also covers design trade-offs and technological difficulties that arose during development, including sensor integration, power management, and data privacy issues. Ultimately, this smart fitness device represents a significant advancement in personal health technology, providing users with a comprehensive, data-driven tool to manage their fitness and wellness more effectively. The findings from this research can inform the continued development of smart wearables and the broader evolution of the connected health and fitness ecosystem.
  • PublicationOpen Access
    Hindam
    (Effat University) Alqurashi, Renad; S14106491; Ahmed, Niaz; Cinematic Arts
    In this film, I explore the paradox of material abundance and emotional emptiness through the story of a wealthy man dressed in worn clothing, who contemplates his musical instrument in an effort to reclaim his sense of self. As both writer and director, I examine art, particularly music, not as a luxury but as an essential human need, central to emotional and psychological well-being. Visually, I employ symbolism to reflect the character’s inner transformation. His tattered clothing signifies his spiritual state, while positioning him at the center of the frame underscores the tension between his external possessions and internal void. The film adopts a dramatic and melodramatic tone to intensify the depiction of his emotional journey. This project is deeply informed by my personal experiences with music and its transformative power, which shaped both the thematic focus and aesthetic choices. Through this film, I aim to convey the profound isolation that can accompany a life of apparent success and to demonstrate how engagement with art allows for emotional fulfillment, presence, and resilience.
  • PublicationOpen Access
    silent grief
    bahadir, renad; s19105726; ivaniceva, marina; Cinematic Arts
  • PublicationOpen Access
    Reflections of Morality: Analyzing Ethical Dilemmas and the Role of Interactive Narratives in Shaping Audience Engagement in Contemporary Cinema
    (Effat University) Alkadhi, Dana; S21106980; ELHACHADI, MAHASSINE; Cinematic Arts
    This research dissects the correlation between ethical dilemmas, moral reflection and audience engagement in contemporary cinema, bringing attention to how interactive narratives can translate into emotional participation and ethical contemplation. By analyzing the creative process and thematic framework of the short film Min Turab (From Dust), this study tackles cinematic and psychological discourses that explore trauma, healing and moral choice in a general manner. Drawing upon theories from film studies, ethics, and cognitive psychology, the paper identifies how filmmakers can initiate participatory experiences that mirror the complexities of moral decision-making in real life. The study utilizes qualitative methods, including textual analysis, audience feedback and creative reflection. By comparing films such as Black Mirror: Bandersnatch (2018), Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004), and Me Before You (2016), this thesis reveals that interactive and emotionally charged cinema can transform passive spectators into ethically engaged participants. Ultimately, the findings demonstrate that film, as both an artistic and moral medium, possesses the potential to cultivate empathy, introspection, and dialogue about the human condition.
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