Search for dissertations about: "Voltage-dependent anion channels"

Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words Voltage-dependent anion channels.

2. 1. Voltage-dependent anion channels (VDAC) in the plasma membrane induce apoptosis

   Author : Nesar Akanda; Fredrik Elinder; Tuula Jalonen; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : LANTBRUKSVETENSKAPER; AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES; Physiology; Apoptosis; Cell membrane; Hippocampus; Membrane potentials; Neurons; Voltage-dependent anion channels; Medicine; Medicin;

   Abstract : Apoptosis, or programmed cell death, is essential for proper development and functioning of the body systems. During development, apoptosis plays a central role to sculpt the embryo, and in adults, to maintain tissue homeostasis by eliminating redundant, damaged or effete cells. Therefore, a tight regulation of this process is essential. READ MORE

4. 2. In vitro models to study mechanisms of neural cell death induced by toxic agents

   Author : Roshan Tofighi; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Neurotoxicity arises when exposure to toxic agents, either naturally occurring or manmade substances, alters the normal activity and/or structure of the nervous system. This can lead to disruption of vital metabolic processes and eventually to cell death. Certain unique features of the nervous system make it particularly vunerable to toxicants, e. READ MORE