Search for dissertations about: "Louise Nilsson"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 swedish dissertations containing the words Louise Nilsson.
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1. Effects of prolactin on metabolism - changes induced by hyperprolactinemia
Abstract : High prolactin levels during breast-feeding, is recognized to influence metabolism in order to supply glucose and fat for milk production. Pathologic overproduction of prolactin, hyperprolactinemia, is a condition primarily associated with reproductive disorders; however, the metabolic impact of elevated prolactin indicates that these parameters might be considered in clinical management of the condition. READ MORE
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2. QCM-based sensing using biological and biomimetic interfaces
Abstract : The objective of this thesis was to explore novel approaches for studying molecular recognition at biological and biomimetic surfaces using the quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) biosensor technique. The first two papers focused on the synthesis and study of biotin selective polymer films prepared using the molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) technique. READ MORE
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3. Exploration of bacteria associated with Anopheles mosquitoes around the world : For the prevention of transmission of malaria
Abstract : Every year, hundreds of thousands of people die from malaria. Malaria is a disease caused by parasites, which are spread by female vector mosquitoes of the genus Anopheles. Current control measures against malaria are based on drugs against the parasites and vector control using insecticides. READ MORE
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4. Prostasomes as Diagnostic, Prognostic and Therapeutic Vesicles
Abstract : This thesis explores prostasomes and their ability to be used as a new diagnostic tool for prostate cancer. Alongside diagnosis, this thesis also suggests prostasomes as a tool for prognosis and therapeutic treatment in patients with prostate cancer. READ MORE
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5. Characterization of Male Breast Cancer : From Molecule to Clinical Outcome
Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to investigate different aspects of male breast cancer (MBC), and to compare these with findings in female breast cancer (FBC). In paper I, a population–based study was performed to investigate possible differences in treatment and outcome between MBC and FBC patients. READ MORE