Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (MNS): Recent submissions
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Determination of antibacterial and antioxidant activity of Spondias mombin stem bark extracts
(Brac University, 2024-04)Plants have been used throughout history in traditional medicine, and remain a promising source of pharmaceuticals. Spondias mombin, an ethnomedicinal plant recognized for its efficacy in treating various diseases, is also ... -
Evaluation of endometriosis risk factors, symptoms, and clinical treatments in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study
(Brac University, 2024-03)In Bangladesh, endometriosis is one of the leading causes of infertility. Endometriosis causes infertility in 25–50% of women, and it affects one out of every ten women of reproductive age. Unfortunately, many of these ... -
Investigating the Effects of Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) emitted by cell phones on human health
(Brac University, 2024-03)"The research delves into the complex relationship between the non-ionizing radiation (NIR) under the segment of electromagnetic fields (EMF) emitted from cell phones and the health complications of the residents of Dhaka ... -
Mutagenic effects of pesticides on Enteric Bacteria and their role in the rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
(Brac University, 2023-12)Microbial antibiotic resistance threatens world health dangerously. Moreover the non-antibiotic stressors have also contributed to bacterial antibiotic resistance. Pesticides affect bacterial antibiotic resistance, and ... -
Health practices among rural adults regarding prevention of Hypertension
(Brac University, 2024-03)Bangladesh is currently facing the epidemiological transition from communicable diseases to non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Rural people are more vulnerable due to their poor healthcare accessibility. Although hypertension ... -
Isolation of multi-drug resistant Escherichia coli from hospital wastewater and adjacent community water samples in Dhaka city, Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2023-06)"Background: The emergence and spread of multi-drug resistant Escherichia coli (MDR E. coli) is a growing public health concern worldwide, including developing countries such as Bangladesh. Hospital wastewater and ... -
Antibacterial and antioxidant properties of Holarrhena pubescens (Bangla name- “Kurchi”) Bark Crude extract
(Brac University, 2024-06)The use of plants and their derivatives for therapeutic purposes dates back to the beginning of human civilization. Holarrhena pubescens, commonly known as "kurchi," is a medicinal plant recognized for its diverse ... -
Downregulation of SOCS1 gene in the development of Guillain-Barré syndrome
(Brac University, 2023-12)Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS), is a post-infectious disorder of the peripheral nervous system mediated by an aberrant immune response where cytokines play an imperative role in disease pathogenesis. Suppressor of cytokine ... -
Identification of Acinetobacter baumannii from clinical ACB complex isolates of nine sentinel surveillance sites of IEDCR: focus on their distribution and antibiotic susceptibility pattern
(Brac University, 2024-02)ACB complex, a major concern in hospitals, particularly in intensive care unit (ICU), causes nosocomial infections & is multidrug-resistant (MDR), making infection management practices more challenging. (Acb) complex ... -
Comparative analysis of prevalence and antimicrobial resistance pattern of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from hospital effluents wastewater and hospital adjacent communities in Dhaka city
(Brac University, 2023-12)Staphylococcus aureus is a gram-positive bacterium with spherical shape. They are member of Bacillota family. By nature, this organism is facultatively anaerobe, facultative anaerobe microorganisms don’t require oxygen to ... -
An investigation into the present condition and biomolecular activities of Bangladeshi seaweed with deadly diseases: a review
(Brac University, 2024-01)The potential for therapeutic and nutraceutical applications of marine algae is unparalleled because they contain several novel molecules and other bioactive compounds. Many known and unknown marine algae are abundant in ... -
An update on Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome: a review of the current state of knowledge in Genetic Etiology, Molecular Pathogenesis, and Emerging Treatment Strategies
(Brac University, 2023-12)Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a premature aging system, which leads to death before 14.6 years due to cardiovascular complications and heart failure. HGPS is connected ... -
A review on prevalence and antimicrobial resistance in salmonella enteritidis and salmonella typhimurium in poultry
(Brac University, 2023-11)Salmonellosis poses an enduring global challenge, contributing significantly to foodborne illnesses and economic burdens. This review focused on the prevalence of Salmonella serovars Enteritidis and Typhimurium in poultry ... -
Distribution of complete CRISPR-Cas systems in vibrio cholerae and its effect on presence of plasmid derived contigs in complete genome assemblies
(BRAC University, 2023-05)Cholera is a water-borne disease caused by Vibrio cholerae that causes severe diarrhea and dehydration. Plasmids disseminate antibiotic resistance and have the potential to play critical roles in epidemic outbreaks. ... -
Detection of Extended Spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) And Carbapenemase Encoding Escherichia coli isolates from hospital effluent wastewater and hospital adjacent community tap water in Dhaka metropolitan city
(Brac University, 2023-08)Escherichia coli is a gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium in the family Enterobacteriaceae. E.coli is an organism of bacterium that can be identified living in a variety of conditions, such as warm blooded animals' and ... -
Microbial determination methods in pharmaceutical and food quality control
(Brac University, 2023-12)Within the realms of pharmaceutical and food production, maintaining stringent quality control measures is imperative. The determination of microbial content emerges as a pivotal component in safeguarding the integrity ... -
Identification and antibiotic susceptibility of Escherichia coli isolated from chicken samples collected from wet markets in Dhaka city
(Brac University, 2023-06)Pathogenic Escherichia coli can be found in the intestine and feces of the chickens. Even though most E. coli strains are not harmful, there are some deadly E. coli strains, which cause food-borne diseases in humans. ... -
A landscape view on antimicrobial resistance pattern of Acinetobacter baumannii and Vibrio cholerae in hospital wastewater and adjacent household water
(Brac University, 2023-06)Global threats to public health are growing from carbapenem-resistant Gram-negative bacteria, particularly the Acinetobacter baumannii-calcoaceticus complex and Enterobacteriaceae- Vibrio cholerae. Numerous multidrug-resistant ... -
Clinical features & outcomes of hospitalized patients with Covid-19 in Dhaka: a single-centered cross-sectional descriptive study
(Brac University, 2023-07)Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) is still currently a significant public health concern since the outbreak of its pandemic. we aim to share the clinical manifestations of 222 hospitalized COVID-19 ... -
“Pseudomonas aeruginosa characterization and analysis based on its antimicrobial resistant pattern collected from hospital wastewater and adjacent community water.”
(Brac University, 2023-08)Introduction: The main purpose of this study is to identify the multidrug-resistant genes from some specific microorganisms. Among them, our selected organism was Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The highly known Carbapenem and ...
