Browsing Magister Scientiae - MSc (Medical BioSciences) by Issue Date
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The Prevalence of Members of the “Red Complex” in Pregnant Women as Revealed by PCR and BANA Hydrolysis.
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)Increased levels of oestrogen and progesterone during pregnancy may lead to periodontal disease. The anaerobic Gram-negative bacteria called red complex (Porphyromonas gingivalis, Tannerella forsythensis and Treponema ... -
Synthesis and applications of functionalized pyridinyl imine complexes of palladium
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The synthesis and characterization of pyridinyl α-diimine Pd(II) complexes having a functionalized hydrocarbon attached to the imino nitrogen was performed. The catalytic activity of these complexes were then evaluated in ... -
The effect of gonadotropin-releasing hormones (GnRH) I & II on sperm motility and acrosome status of the Vervet monkey (Chlorocebus aethiops) in vitro
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) is a hypothalmic decapeptide, which regulates mammalian gonadotropin secretions by binding to specific, high affinity receptors in the pituitary. Two forms of GnRH (GnRH I and GnRH II) ... -
The antihypertentive effect of aqueous extract O Africana leaves
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)The incidence of cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension, is on the increase worldwide. Medicinal plants played an important role in the treatment of hypertension for centuries. Very few scientific studies have, ... -
Using internet-enabled remote instrumentation for research and training in physics: evaluation of different diffusion barriers for silver metallization
(2007)The growth of the Internet has led to many interesting developments for both educational and commercial purposes. In this project an attempt was made to use the Internet for a research purpose to facilitate the determination ... -
Organisational commitment after a transformation process at a provincial government department
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Organisations are by nature, dynamic entities that continuously undergo transformation in response to both internal and external pressures, which are imposed on them (Robbins, Odendaal & Roodt, 2003). Government departments ... -
Cloning and expression of the M-gene from the human coronavirus NL-63 in different expression systems
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Respiratory tract infections are one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality across the world. This is especially true for infants, young children, the elderly and the immunocompromised. The strain placed on ... -
The use of in vitro assays to screen for endocrine modulation
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Aspalathus linearis (A. linearis), commonly known as Rooibos tea or Red bush tea and Camellia sinensis (C. sinensis) or Black tea are beverages that are consumed throughout the world. These teas possess antioxidant, ... -
The distribution of the desert rain frog (breviceps macrops) in South Africa
(2009)The Distribution of the Desert Rain Frog (Breviceps macrops) in South Africa Kirsty Jane Bell M.Sc. Thesis, Department of Biodiversity and Conservation Biology, University of the Western Cape. The desert rain frog (Breviceps ... -
Does maternal nicotine exposure during gestation and lactation change the oxidant-antioxidant status of the lungs of the offsprings and is tomato juice protecting the lungs of the offsprings?
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Nicotine exposure to the fetus through tobacco smoking or nicotine replacement therapy during the whole period of gestation and lactation causes diverse effects on fetal and neonatal lung development, integrity and maturation ... -
Aspects of the interrelation between hypertension and insulin resistance: a preliminary study
(2009)Background: It is well known that some genetic factors and dietary factors, such as excessive salt intake and excessive caloric intake (resulting in obesity) are risk factors for hypertension. Fifty percent of all ... -
The modulating effect of fatty acids on the lipid profile in colon epithelial mucosa in Vivo
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Several abnormal conditions, including some cancers, have been associated with changes in the membrane lipid and FA composition. Dietary fat serves as a major source of lipids and FA, particularly the polyunsaturated fatty ... -
Maternal nicotine expose during gestation and lactation induce premature aging of the lungs of the offspring
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Tobacco smoking remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Despite all the efforts made by governments, researchers and communities to educate women about the dangerous effects of tobacco smoke and nicotine, ... -
Aspects of the interrelation between hypertension and insulin resistance
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Conclusion of this study: These data suggest that 6 weeks of high-fat feeding induces hypertension but does not produce obesity, dyslipidemia and insulin resistance. However, this model may be useful in studying vascular ... -
The relationship between male genital tract infection, oxidative status in the ejaculate, and apoptotic markers in human spermatozoa
(2009)Aim: Leukocytes are the major source of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the ejaculate and contribute to up to 30% of male infertility. ROS have been associated with markers of apoptosis such as sperm DNA damage, ... -
Does Olea africana protect the heart against ischemiareperfusion injury?
(2009)Cardiovascular disease is a major health problem and remains the number one cause of death worldwide. For centuries, medicinal plants have been used in different cultures as medicines for the treatment and control of various ... -
The effect of maternal nicotine, vitamin C and nicotine + vitamin C during gestation and lactation on neonatal lung growth and development
(2009)Maternal smoking is known to cause serious health risks to the unborn child. Recent studies implicate nicotine as the causative factor. Maternal nicotine exposure during pregnancy and lactation interferes with foetal and ... -
A comparison of some aspects of the masticatory apparatus of the cape mole-rat, Georychus capensis with that of the cape dune molerat, Bathyergus suillus
(2009)Some African mole-rats of the family Bathyergidea have dramatically different ecological niches which may cause selective anatomical adaptations. Bathyergus suillus lives in sandy soil and eats a wide range of food whereas ... -
Effect of basella alba and hibiscus macranthus on tm4 sertoli cell functions
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Basella alba (BA) and Hibiscus macranthus (HM) are used by traditional healers in Cameroon to treat male sexual fertility problems. Previous studies showed that in vivo administration of the leaf extracts of both plants ... -
Cloning of Human Coronavirus NL-63 ORF3, M and E genes for antibody production
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Human Coronavirus NL-63 is a respiratory virus with a high incidence rate, causing mild respiratory infections in children under the age of 18. The outbreak of Sever Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in 2003 sparked increased ...
