Search for dissertations about: "Estrogen"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 417 swedish dissertations containing the word Estrogen.

2. 11. Identification and characterization of new mechanisms in cardiovascular estrogen signaling

   Author : Anders Holm; Kärlfysiologi; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; endothelial cells; vascular smooth muscle cells; estrogen; GPR30 GPER1; inflammation; calcium; neovascularization; microtubule;

   Abstract : Women before menopause are protected from cardiovascular disease compared to age-matched men through mechanisms associated with the female sex hormone estrogen. There are three known estrogen receptors named ERα, ERβ and GPR30/GPER1, which are all three receptors are expressed in the cardiovascular system. READ MORE

4. 12. Endocrine modulators and sexual differentiation in Japanese quail : With emphasis on the neuroendocrine system

   Author : Krister Halldin; Ted Ebendal; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Biology; Japanese quail; sexual behavior; endocrine disruption; sexual differentiation; estrogen; estrogen receptors; avian; Biologi; Biology; Biologi; Ecotoxicology; ekotoxikologi;

   Abstract : Chemical disruption of the endocrine system in various animal species is currently attracting considerable interest, but avian models are not yet widely used in studying endocrine disturbances. This thesis shows the occurrence of alterations in sexual behavior and reproductive organs in adult Japanese quail (Coturnix japonica) following embryonic exposure to estrogen-like chemicals. READ MORE

5. 13. Arthritis and immune-mediated bone loss - role of estrogen signalling pathways

   Author : Cecilia Engdahl; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Arthritis; Bone; Estrogen;

   Abstract : Objective: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is associated with immune-mediated bone loss and thereby increased risk for fractures. Estrogen and selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) ameliorate not only the incidence and progression of experimental RA but also the immune-mediated bone loss. READ MORE

6. 14. Estrogen-inducible neuropeptides in the rat brain: role in focal ischemic lesions

   Author : Annette Theodorsson; Elvar Theodorsson; A: Langmoen; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Estrogen; neuropeptides; galanin; cerebral ischemia; middle cerebral artery occlusion; Neurochemistry; Neurokemi;

   Abstract : Sex steroids in general and estrogens in particular – in addition to their effects on the reproductive organs – affect a large number of crucial bodily functions, including “higher” brain functions.Neuropeptides constitute the phylogenetically oldest neurotransmitter system and are currently thought to act mainly during stress, disease or injury. READ MORE

7. 15. Estrogen and Serotonin – old dogs, new tricks, Implications for pancreatic beta-cell function

   Author : Alexander Balhuizen; Celiaki och diabetes; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Diabetes; Estrogen; Serotonin; Pancreatic islets; Insulin resistance; Beta-cell function; GPCR;

   Abstract : Islet hormone secretion is tightly regulated by metabolic status as well as local and circulating factors. These factors can activate different receptors on the pancreatic islet cells, for instance G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs). READ MORE