Search for dissertations about: "Linda Maren Meyer"

Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words Linda Maren Meyer.

2. 1. Cataract from ultraviolet radiation in the mouse

   Author : Linda Maren Meyer; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Lens; cataract; ultraviolet radiation; oxidative stress; mouse; light scattering;

   Abstract : Cataract is defined as an opacification of the crystalline lens that results in visual impairment, Cataract is the number one cause of blindness in the world and there are currently no strategies to prevent it. Extraction of cataractogenous lenses is the most commonly performed surgical intervention in industrialized countries. READ MORE

4. 2. Cataract induced by UVR-B 300nm : characterization and genetic modulation of the lens sensitivity to oxidative stress

   Author : Linda Maren Meyer; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Lens; cataract; ultraviolet radiation; oxidative stress; Grx1; interleukins;

   Abstract : Cataract is defined as an opacification of the lens resulting in visual impairment. Worldwide, it is the number one cause of blindness and there are currently no strategies to prevent the onset of the disease. Cataract surgery is the most commonly performed elective intervention in industrialized countries. READ MORE