Search for dissertations about: "acyclovir"
Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the word acyclovir.
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1. Alphaherpesvirus infections of the central nervous system – Biomarkers, diagnostics and antiviral therapy
Abstract : Abstract Herpesviruses predate the evolution of humans and are globally ubiquitous. Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), and varicella-zoster virus (VZV) establish latency in neuronal tissue and may cause infections in the central nervous system (CNS). READ MORE
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2. Studies on viral encephalitis with emphasis on herpes simplex encephalitis
Abstract : In this thesis studies of two types of viral CNS-infections are presented; influenza related encephalitis and herpes simplex encephalitis (HSE). Influenza related encephalitis/encephalopathy has been reported to increase both in incidence and severity in the Japanese population the last decade. READ MORE
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3. The discovery of antiviral compounds targeting adenovirus and herpes simplex virus : assessment of synthetic compounds and natural products
Abstract : There is a need for new antiviral drugs. Especially for the treatment of adenovirus infections, since no approved anti-adenoviral drugs are available. Adenovirus infections in healthy persons are most often associated with respiratory disease, diarrhea and infections of the eye. These infections can be severe, but are most often self-limiting. READ MORE
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4. Structural Studies of Proteins involved in Nucleotide Metabolism : Studies of a ribonucleotide reductase from A. aeolicus and NUDT15
Abstract : This thesis is separated into two parts. The first part concerns ribonucleotide reductase from Aquifex aeolicus. A. aeolicus is a hyperthermophilic bacterium that thrives at extremely high temperatures of 80-95 °C. READ MORE