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Synthesis and characterization of magneto-electric nanoparticles for delivery of antituberculosis drugs across the blood-brain barrier
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
The anatomical structure of the brain at the blood–brain barrier (BBB) creates a limitation for the
movement of drugs into the central nervous system (CNS). Although anti-infective drugs effective
against Mycobacterium ...
The effects of PGA2 on cell cycle progression in oesophageal carcinoma cells
(University of the Western Cape, 2003)
The molecular mechanisms causing anti-mitotic and cytotoxic effects of prostaglandin .A2 [PGA2 (CzoHroOa)] treatment of human oesophageal carcinoma (WHCO3) cells were investigated. WHCO3 cells, incubated with cytotoxic ...
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 assessment of carpobrotrn actnacifurmis and cissampelos capensis as potential antimicrobial agents and their effects on animal metabolism
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)
An assessm entof Carpobrotus acinaciformib and Cissampelos capensis as potential antimicrobialagentsandtheireffectsonanimalmetabolism
Aspects of the reproductive physiology of male vervet monkeys maintained in a laboratory environment
(University of the Western Cape, 1995)
In biomedical research limited use has been made internationally of African non-human primates. As a result, their reproductive physiology has been less well defined, when compared to the more commonly used macaque species. ...
The effect of Nicotine exposure on aspects of liver Carbohydrate metabolism
(University of the Western Cape, 1989)
The liver plays an important role in maintaining the blood glucose concentration. In this respect glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis play an important role. Interference with these pathways may therefore have an effect on ...
Microscopic analysis of In vitro and In vivo effects of functionalized gold nanoparticles on the liver, kidney, spleen, heart and pancreas of male wistar rats
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
Nanotechnology represents a promising knowledge based platform that can solve human needs and ailments, especially in cases like cancers, diabetes, antibiotic drug resistances etc. Many metallic nanoparticles are being ...
The effect of glycine supplementation on the skeletal muscle properties of captive cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus)
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
The fastest known land mammal – the cheetah, possesses many anatomical adaptations
that enables high-speed running. Current literature regarding the physiological aspects that
facilitate their incredible sprinting ability, ...
Nanostructured immunosensor for low level detection of waterborne cryptosporidium
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)
A major causative agent of gastrointestinal disease is Cryptosporidium, a protozoan
waterborne parasite identified in over 70 countries. Cryptosporidium infection is a
cause of high disease morbidity in children and the ...
The effects of Elytropappus rhinocerotis Cass and Pelargonium triste (L.) L'Hèrit on animal health and metabolism
(University of the Western Cape, 2003)
Many South Africans use cultural traditions and practices in the management of their health. Elytropappus rhinocerotis is an important medicinal plant, which is widely distributed in regions of South Africa. The objective ...