Search for dissertations about: "steroid receptors"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 91 swedish dissertations containing the words steroid receptors.
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1. Apoptosis, proliferation, and sex steroid receptors in endometrium and endometrial carcinoma
Abstract : This thesis focuses on the involvement of apoptosis and proliferation in the mechanisms of menstruation and hormonal replacement therapy, HRT, as well as in the mechanisms of progesterone therapy in endometrial carcinoma. The aim of the first study was to investigate endometrium for 4 days before and for 2 days during menstruation. READ MORE
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2. Human vaginal epithelial immunity and influences of hormonal contraceptive usage
Abstract : The vagina is the port of entry for sexually transmitted diseases in women. Its epithelium constitutes the luminal border, thus comprising an important defence barrier. READ MORE
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3. Combinatorial Methodology. Screening for affinity specific ligands to biological and artificial receptors
Abstract : Combinatorial screening methodology has been employed to select new affinity specific ligands to bilogical and artificial receptors. The screening methodology, in particular screening of combinatorial phage display peptide libraries against target molecules differing in function and shape, is focused upon. READ MORE
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4. Exploring vitamin D and steroid hormone receptors – from healthy elderly to prostate cancer cells
Abstract : The genetic background together with environmental factors and lifestyle are key contributors to the health of an individual. Genetic background is inherited and irreversible unless mutations occur. However, lifestyle habits (i.e. READ MORE
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5. Endometrial carcinoma : steroid hormones and receptors in relation to proliferation
Abstract : The significance of the hormonal milieu for endometrial changes is as well-known as its link with endometrial carcinoma. Unopposed oestradiol treatment is shown to increase the incidence for this cancer. Obesity leads to elevated levels of oestrogens and is a risk factor for endometrial carcinoma. READ MORE