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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 ...
Assessment of the contributions of water allocation reforms to achieving equitable access to water by smallholder emerging farmers in the Breede-Gouritz catchment management agency
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
The National Water Act of (1998) of South Africa has a goal of achieving equitable access to
water resources, as well as achieving environmental sustainability and efficient use of water.
Consequently, water resources ...
Point source simulations and Foreground cleaning techniques for HI intensity mapping
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
We created a full sky point source catalogue at frequencies around 1 GHz, including
the intensity, polarisation, rotation measure and spectral index of the point source.
These values were matched to data where available ...
Galaxy Clustering as a Probe for Galaxy Evolution in Simulations
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Studying clustering on small scales (<10Mpc) over a large span of red-
shifts allows us to connect galaxies to underlying cosmic large-scale
structure, and thereby provide constraints on the physical processes
that drive ...
Geology, geochemistry and Sr-Nd isotope analysis of the Vredenburg batholith and Cape Columbine granites
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
The late− to post−collisional Cape Granite Suite (CGS) located in the southwest of South Africa is
comprised of S−, I−, and A−type granites, mafic intrusives, and volcanic flows. The CGS is interpreted
to have formed ...
The effect of rooibos and green tea flavnoids on the physiology of TM3 Leydig cells
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Camellia sinensis (C.sinesis) and Aspalathus linearis (A.linearis) are popular beverages consumed in many countries. Consumption of these plants may protect against cardiovascular disease, neurodegenerative disease, various ...
Graphenated organic nanoparticles immunosensors for the detection of TB biomarkers
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Pulmonary Tuberculosis (TB) a disease second to HIV/AIDS is a global health problem that
arises in two states; as an active state and as a latent state. Diagnosis of active TB is tedious
and requires expensive procedures ...
Validation of Gamma Ray spectrometry process used to determine the radionuclides and radioactivity levels in decorative Granite countertops.
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Humans are continuously exposed to low level of ionizing radiation, sources include
soil, medical treatment and as well as radiation emissions from natural materials like
granite rocks. The radiation levels present in these ...
Disposal Practices for Unwanted Medicines from Households in Johannesburg
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
A mixed research method was used where quantitative research facilitated qualitative
research. Three questionnaires were drafted and distributed by email to respondents in the
Johannesburg area. One questionnaire was for ...