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In vitro neuroprotective potential of phyllanthin in MPP+- induced toxicity in SH-SY5Y neuroblastoma cells
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the second most common age-related neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s disease, with an estimated 9 million people projected to be affected worldwide by the year 2030. PD is associated ...
Dexamethasone's impact on LPS-induced inflammation of blood-brain barrier endothelial cells
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)
The blood-brain barrier (BBB) serves as a protective and regulatory barrier between the blood and the brain. Microvascular endothelial cells provide homeostatic regulation of the central nervous system (CNS). BBB integrity ...
The phenomenon of skin lightening among young adults, and the effect of selected plant extracts on tyrosinase and melanogenesis activity
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)
Skin lightening practice refers to the use of skin lightening products to achieve a fairer skin complexion. This is common practice among people of several Asian, North American, South American countries. On the African ...