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Identification and characterisation of cephalosporins and carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from Misrata, Libya
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Background: Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing (ESBL) and carbapenemaseproducing
Gram-negative bacilli showing resistance to cephalosporins and carbapenems
respectively, have been reported from several countries ...
The role of high-risk human papillomavirus in periocular cancers
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
PURPOSE: High risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) is well established as a causative agent of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the orophaynx. HR-HPV has also been reported in periocular cancers and precancers, but controversy ...
Aspects of the reproduction of male and female African penguins (Spheniscus demersus) with special reference to sperm biology and cryopreservation
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
In the marine environment, penguins have been described as curators and serve a critical role in ecological balance. The African penguin (Spheniscus demersus) has undergone a rapid population decline, mainly due to ...
Hyperglycinemia in captive-bred vervet monkeys with cataracts: genetic dynamics and associations
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
A small percentage (8%) of the captive-bred vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus aethiops)
maintained at Primate Unit and Delft Animal Centre (PUDAC) of the South African Medical
Research Council (SAMRC) were found to have high ...
An analysis of the morphological and biological properties of a novel human leukocyte- and platelet- rich concentrate
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Wound healing is a complex process that involves several overlapping and
interacting biological pathways. The consequences of delayed or abnormal
wound healing may result in tissue formation that has impaired function ...
Effects of Fucoidan and Chemotherapeutic agent combinations on Malignant and Non-Malignant breast cell lines
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Breast cancer is currently one of the most common malignancies in women. Fucoidan (FUC)
is a natural polysaccharide with anticancer properties. Despite a number of in vitro and in vivo
studies reporting the efficacy of ...
The role of high-risk human papillomavirus in periocular cancers
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Purpose: High risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) is well established as a causative agent of squamous
cell carcinoma (SCC) of the orophaynx. HR-HPV has also been reported in periocular cancers and
precancers, but controversy ...
Role of Rutin in 1-Mtthyl-4-Phenylpyridinium toxicity: Therapeutic implications for Parkinson's disease
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a common neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the
progressive loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra pars compacta of the midbrain.
Although the etiology of PD is not ...
The in vitro effects of heavy metals and nanoparticles on the immune system
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Heavy metals and nanoparticles may be released into the environment due to their use
and applications. Sources of high, toxic metal concentrations may result from
leachates from hazardous waste sites, discharge from ...
''A molecular investigation of the prevalence of suspected periodontopathogens and their association with preterm birth.''
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
More than 20 million infants in the world (15.5 % of all births) are born with low birth weight. Ninety-five oZ of them are in developing countries. Oral colonization of Gramnegative anaerobes has been implicated as a risk ...