Search for dissertations about: "Agouti"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 21 swedish dissertations containing the word Agouti.
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1. Inferring demographic history and speciation of grouse using whole genome sequences
Abstract : From an ecological perspective, knowledge of demographic history is highly valuable because population size fluctuations can be matched to known climatic events, thereby revealing great insight into a species’ reaction to past climate change. This in turn enables us to predict how they might respond to future climate scenarios. READ MORE
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2. Neuropeptide circuitries regulating food and water intake
Abstract : An adequate supply of nutrients through food intake is critical for survival, as evidenced by disorders such as obesity and anorexia, which in the long run may be life-threatening. Feeding behaviour is ultimately controlled by interacting neuronal populations in the brain. READ MORE
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3. Mechanisms of opiate tolerance and dependence in the rat
Abstract : Drug addiction is a complex phenomenon with various biological, psychological and social causes and consequences, which belongs to the major problems of today's society. Opiates have been used and misused for thousand of years and addiction to them develops both in humans and in animals. READ MORE
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4. Prevention of Postoperative Duodenal Ileus by COX-2 Inhibition Improves Duodenal Function in Anaesthetised Rats
Abstract : Abdominal surgery inhibits gastrointestinal motility, a phenomenon referred to as postoperative ileus. Since the postoperative ileus disturbs duodenal physiology it is important to minimize the side effects of this condition. READ MORE
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5. Genetic influence on enantiomeric drug disposition : Focus on venlafaxine and citalopram
Abstract : A molecule that is not identical to its mirror image is said to be chiral. A racemic mixture, or a racemate, is one that has equal amounts of S- and R-enantiomers of a chiral molecule. Two examples of frequently prescribed racemic drugs are the antidepressants venlafaxine (VEN) and citalopram (CIT). READ MORE