Search for dissertations about: "Medical and Health Sciences Basic Medicine Immunology in the medical area"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 452 swedish dissertations containing the words Medical and Health Sciences Basic Medicine Immunology in the medical area.
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1. Development and evaluation of a subunit DIVA vaccine against bluetongue virus serotype 8 in cattle
Abstract : Bluetongue virus (BTV) causes the primarily vector-borne bluetongue disease of ruminants, which poses a permanent threat to Europe since new serotypes and strains are frequently introduced. Vaccination of cattle is essential to control BTV outbreaks. READ MORE
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2. Bacterial epithelial interaction in intestinal inflammation
Abstract : The intestine is constantly exposed to bacteria, invading viruses and ingested food. The intestinal barrier serves as a gate preventing passage of harmful components, and at the same time maintaining absorption of nutrients and water. READ MORE
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3. Berries in Prevention of Metabolic Disease – focus on obesity, diabetes and gut microbiota
Abstract : The increasing prevalence of obesity is a worldwide health problem closely linked to diet and lifestyle factors. Obesity is associated with increased risk of several metabolic disorders including insulin resistance, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and type 2 diabetes. READ MORE
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4. Dietary Fatty Acids and Inflammation : Observational and Interventional Studies
Abstract : Dietary fat quality influences the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. A low-grade inflammation is suggested to contribute to the disease development, often accompanied by obesity. Whereas n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) have been considered anti-inflammatory, n-6 PUFA have been proposed to act pro-inflammatory. READ MORE
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5. Sex differences in immune response and sex hormone receptor expression in healthy individuals and during viral infection
Abstract : There is sex-bias in morbidity and mortality from infectious diseases. Infections kill more men than women and several studies have pointed out differences in the immune system as a reason. The sex hormones estrogen, progesterone and testosterone all shape the effect of the immune response on multiple levels. READ MORE