Search for dissertations about: "metabolome"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 48 swedish dissertations containing the word metabolome.
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1. Biomarkers for Peripartum Depression : Focusing on aspects of the immune system and the metabolome
Abstract : Peripartum depression is a common, multifactorial, and potentially devastating disease among new mothers. A biological marker for peripartum depression would facilitate early detection, better understanding of the pathophysiology, and identification of targets for treatment. READ MORE
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2. Novel and Traditional Risk Factors for Coronary Artery Disease : Role of Coronary Artery Calcium, Lipidomics, Psychosocial Factors and Diet
Abstract : Background: The aim of the research reported in this thesis was to determine the association of novel and traditional risk factors with coronary artery calcium (CAC), a marker of subclinical coronary artery disease (CAD) in healthy individuals. In addition, we investigated the effects of a vegetarian, compared to a meat diet, on novel and traditional risk factors in patients with diagnosed CAD. READ MORE
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3. Metabolomics and wood development : catching a metabolome
Abstract : The tree industry is one of Sweden's most important economic sectors, producing pulp, paper, wooden goods and wood as a bioenergy source. Understanding the biology behind the processes of tree growth and wood development is a key to maximizing the use of wood as raw material. READ MORE
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4. Effects of dietary fibre on the human metabolism and metabolome
Abstract : It is well-known that dietary fibre can have a positive effect on the development of lifestyle-dependent diseases such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. However, the effect may be different for different kinds of fibre and different sub-populations at risk. READ MORE
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5. Changes in the transcriptome and metabolome during the initiation of growth cessation in hybrid aspens
Abstract : At 9 550 years of age, Old Rasmus, a Norway spruce (Picea abies), located in the Dalarna province in Sweden is recognized as the oldest surviving tree in the world. Old Rasmus exemplifies a robust capacity to survive in changing conditions, making trees a unique and fascinating subject for study. READ MORE