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Evaluation of resin-based fissure sealants placed under field conditions
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)BACKGROUND: The application of dental sealants is a recommended procedure to prevent and control dental caries. However, despite strong evidence for the safety and effectiveness of dental sealants, their use still remains ... -
Evaluation of satherlandia frutescens for anti.cancer activity
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)The claim for anti-cancer activity of the plant Sutherlandiafrutescens was investigated against some cancer cell lines in-vitro and against a dichlorvos induced chemical carcinogenesis in-vivo. A preliminary phytochemical ... -
Evaluation of selected human resource practices in selected non-governmental/non-profit organisations in Cape Town
(University of Western Cape, 2021)The study evaluated selected Human Resource (HR) practices in non-governmental organisations (NGOs)/ non-profit organisations (NPOs) in Cape Town. For theoretical framework guiding the study, the Open Systems Model was ... -
Evaluation of selected polycyclic compounds as resistance modulators in Mycobacterium tuberculosis
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Progressive development of resistance to various chemotherapeutic agents used in the management of infectious diseases presents a serious problem in global public health. Increasing levels of antimicrobial resistance in ... -
An evaluation of Shandon Papspin liquid based oral test utilizing a novel cytologic scoring system
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Background and Aims: While a single “high quality” oral liquid based cytology (LBC) study has shown a high sensitivity and specificity for the technique in detection of oral dysplasia and malignancy, the high unit cost of ... -
An evaluation of South African legislation to determine its adequacy in protecting employees discriminated against on the ground of sexual orientation
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Unfair discrimination on the ground of sexual orientation, has become an area of concern for some employees. The Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 (EEA), which was enacted to give effect to section 9(4) of the Constitution, ... -
Evaluation of sperm functionality in non-human primates, focussing on sperm capacitation
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)The incidence of male infertility is increasing, with up to 50% of infertile males having “unexplained” (idiopathic) infertility. Newly developed molecular techniques have great value in detecting subtle causes of male ... -
Evaluation of sterilising methods for re-implantation of orthodontic mini-implants
(The University of the Western Cape, 2017)Re-implantation of mini-implants would be financially advantageous in orthodontics and could encourage an increase in use of these devices. An analysis of the bacterial contamination after different sterilising methods has ... -
An evaluation of the amended Temporary Employment Service Provisions in the South African Labour Relations Act
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Evaluation of the anticancer and molecular effects of green synthesized silver nanoparticles
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Globally, cancer is considered the second leading cause of death with a staggering tally of 10 million deaths. Breast, lung, colon, rectum and prostate cancers are amongst the most commonly diagnosed cancers. The current ... -
Evaluation of the anticonvulsant activity of Elytropappus rhinocerotis (L.f) Less
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)M.Pharm thesis, Discipline of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, University of the Western Cape. Epilepsy is a worldwide neurological disorder which is also prevalent in South Africa. Herbal medicines, besides orthodox ... -
Evaluation of the antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic activities of Ruta Graveolens L. in mice and rats
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Evaluation of the antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic activities of Ruta graveolens L. in mice and rats FIRDOWS LOONAT M. Pharm. Pharmaceutical Sciences thesis: School of Pharmacy, University of the Western ... -
Evaluation of the antioxidant and anti-diabesity potential of cyclopia maculata using in vitro non-cell based screening models
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)The aim of this study was therefore to evaluate the antioxidant and anti-diabesity potential of a hot water extract of C. maculata in non-cell based assays and correlate the activities with phenolic composition. Total ... -
An evaluation of the attitudes and understanding of HIV/AIDS that underpins the decision to comply or not comply with prenatal HIV/AIDS testing
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)This study aimed to explore the attitudes to HIV testing among a group of black, low socio-economic status pregnant women from Gugulethu, South Africa. The key research interest was to evaluate the attitudes and understandings ... -
An evaluation of the benefit of plea and sentence agreements to an unrepresented accused
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Section 105A of the Criminal Procedure Act is unconstitutional with regard to its failure to extend benefits to an unrepresented accused. Unlike a represented accused, an unrepresented accused cannot benefit from section ... -
An evaluation of the biopesticidal characteristics of Helichrysum marifolium and Helichrysum patulum and their effects on animal metabolism
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)There ate a number of pesticides that are suspected to be endocrine disrupters' Many of these pesticides are man-made. Endocrine disrupters are chemicals that can lead to an increase in birth defects, sexual abnormalities, ... -
An evaluation of the biopesticidal characteristics of Helichrysum marifolium and Helichrysum patulum and their effects on animal metabolism
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)There are a number of pesticides that are suspected to be endocrine disrupters Many of these pesticides are man-made. Endocrine disrupters are chemicals that can lead to an increase in birth defects, sexual abnormalities, ... -
An evaluation of the biopesticidal characteristics of Helichrysum marifolium and Hetichrysum patulum and their effects on animal metabolism
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)There ate a number of pesticides that are suspected to be endocrine disrupters' Many of these pesticides are man-made. Endocrine disrupters are chemicals that can lead to an increase in birth defects, sexual abnormalities, ... -
An evaluation of the biopesticidal characteristics of Hetichrysum marifolium and Helichrysum patulum and their effects on animal metabolism
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)There ate a number of pesticides that are suspected to be endocrine disrupters' Many of these pesticides are man-made. Endocrine disrupters are chemicals that can lead to an increase in birth defects, sexual abnormalities, ... -
An Evaluation of the Bronchodilator properties of Mentha longifolia and Artemisia afra, Traditional Medicinal Plants used in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)The overall objective of this study was to investigate the claims that Mentha longifolia (ML) and Artemisia afra (AA) have anti-asthmatic properties. To realize this objective we were to determine the effects that the ...