Browsing by Subject "Bacteria"
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Analysis of ammonia-oxidizing bacteria associated with the roots of Proteaceae plant species in soils of Fynbos ecosystem
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The major objective of this study was to investigate soil ammonia-oxidizing bacterial diversity and composition associated with plant roots of Proteaceae plants and to compare it with non-plant associated soil. -
The antimicrobial activity of four herbal based toothpastes against specific primary plaque colonizers
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)Aim: To determine whether there was any significant difference in the antimicrobial activity of 4 herbal toothpastes against cultures of 3 primary plaque colonizers (Streptococcus mutans, Streptococcus sanguinis and a ... -
Comparison of actinobacterial diversity in Marion Island terrestrial habitats
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)The major aim of this study is to determine and compare the distribution of bacteria and actinobacteria in Marion Island terrestrial habitats. -
The fate of microbial contaminants in the subsurface with a South African case study
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)The time bound agenda of the Millennium Development Goals (MDG's) aims at reducing poverty, extending gender equality and advancing opportunities for health and education by addressing current and future water resource and ... -
Identification and Molecular validation of Biomarkers for the accurate and sensitive diagnosis of bacterial and viral Pneumonia
(University of Western Cape, 2019)Pneumonia remains the major cause of death in children and the elderly and several efforts have been intensified to reduce the rate of pneumonia infection. The major breakthrough has been the discovery of certain biomarkers ... -
Identification of novel cold-adapted nitrilase superfamily enzymes
(2009)In bacteria, nitrile hydratases and enzymes of nitrilase and signature amidase superfamilies hydrolyse nitriles and amides to their corresponding carboxylic acids releasing ammonia. Bacteria expressing these enzymes are ... -
Investigating the relationship between novel farming practices and zoonotic disease transmission at the wildlife/livestock interface: A case study at a commercial farm and conservancy in Beaufort West, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)In recent years, the intensification of agricultural activities in South Africa, has led to many of the sectors farmers adopting novel farming practices as a means of promoting economic productivity. One such practice, is ... -
ISOLATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOUNDS FROM GALENIA AFRICANA
(University of the Western Cape, 2001)Galenia africona, commonly known as "kraalbos" or "geelbos" belonging to the family Aizoaceae, is a dominant plant throughout the Namaqualand area. It is an active invader and is especially abundant in disturbed areas ... -
Novel genomic approaches for the identification of virulence genes and drug targets in pathogenic bacteria
(University of the Western Cape, 2001)While the many completely sequenced genomes of bacterial pathogens contain all the determinants of the host-pathogen interaction, and also every possible drug target and recombinant vaccine candidate, computational tools ... -
Screening of marine bacteria as a source of bioactive secondary metabolites
(University of Western Cape, 2021)Marine invertebrate associated (MIA) bacteria are an important source of bioactive secondary metabolites with the potential to address the current anti-microbial resistance crisis experienced globally. Secondary metabolites ...