Search for dissertations about: "Mesothelioma"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 23 swedish dissertations containing the word Mesothelioma.
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1. Biomarkers in mesothelioma and non-small cell lung cancer - Investigation of cytological specimens with correlation to histology
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2. Syndecan-1 insights in mesothelioma
Abstract : Syndecan-1 is a cell surface heparan sulfate proteoglycan expressing on epithelial cells. Heparan sulfate (HS) chains on syndecan-1 constitute growth factor attachment sites and facilitate growth factors to bind their respective receptors. This binding property of HS chains allows syndecan-1 to be involved in various cellular processes. READ MORE
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3. Health hazards and cancer in relation to occupational exposures among Swedish seafarers
Abstract : This thesis explores health hazards for seafarers in the Swedish merchant fleet, and occupational risks for lung cancer, mesothelioma and hematologic malignancy (HM). A special focus has been exposure to benzene and biomarker levels for work on product or chemical tankers during the mid-1990’ies. READ MORE
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4. Manipulation of potassium ion fluxes to induce apoptosis in lung cancer cells
Abstract : Apoptosis is a special form of cell death that if non-functional may lead to diseases such as cancer. A reduction of the intracellular potassium ion (K+) content is necessary for activating enzymes important for the execution of apoptosis. READ MORE
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5. Bacterial toxins for cancer treatment
Abstract : Even though anti‐cancer chemotherapy has been continuously improved during the last decades. problems with adverse effects and drug resistance still constitutes a considerable obstacle and sets a demand for new effective treatment options. READ MORE