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Molecular and phenotypic investigations of enzyme mediated resistance profiles against aminoglycoside antibiotics in gram-negative clinical isolates in Dhaka, Bangladesh
(BRAC University, 2018-09)
In recent decades, focus has shifted from notorious Gram-positive pathogens to Gram-negative threats, the majority of which comprise members of the Enterobacteriaceae and Pseudomonadaceae families. These, often commensal ...
Potential analgesic and cytotoxic activities of the plant Typhonium trilobatum
(BRAC University, 2016-03)
Typhonium trilobatum, a plant of Araceae family, containing many important chemical
compounds was studied for its analgesic activity in three experimental models of
nociception. The analgesic activity of crude chloroform ...
Prevalence and molecular characterization of extended spectrum Beta-Lactamase producing multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates
(2017-06)
The discovery of antibiotics has revolutionized health care worldwide. However, the life-saving role of antibiotics is threatened by the emergence of antibiotic- resistant ‘superbugs’. With the emergence of antibiotic ...
Association of vitamin D receptor gene polymorphism with young onset diabetes millitus in a Bangladeshi population
(BRAC University, 2010-04)
Vitamin D has an important immunomodulatory property and also has been suggested to play an important role in cellular metabolism. Vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene
polymorphism has also been found to be associated with insulin ...
Detection of Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi by nested PCR using different procedures of nucleic acid extraction
(BRAC University, 2010-05)
Typhoid fever is one of the major health problems in Bangladesh. It is caused by the
bacterium Salmonella enterica serover Typhi (S. Typhi). The infection rate of S. Typhi is
higher in children. The conventional diagnostic ...
Detection of beta globin gene mutations in thalassemia patients in Bangladesh and correlation with hematological parameters
(Brac University, 2018-12)
β-thalassemia and hemoglobin E (Hb E) diseases are highly prevalent autosomal recessive disorders characterized by the reduced or absent expression of the β globin gene. β-thalassemia is now regarded as the most common ...
Behaviour of gut bacteria upon stress in infants with ileostomy due to Hirschsprung disease
(BRAC University, 2017-06)
Hirschsprung disease (HD) is a congenital one where the distal part of intestine lacks nerve ganglions, resulting in failure of defecation through anus. As treatment purpose, a stoma is created temporarily in the abdomen. ...
Studies on physico-chemical and microbiological qualities of some selected brand of mango fruit juice of Bangladesh
(BRAC University, 2015-05)
Among many local fruits, mango is very delicious and nutritious for our health. Many people want to take test of mango around the year. Consumption of mango juice continues to increase in Bangladesh because of its taste, ...
Fabrication and characterization of hydroxyapatite based biocompatible composite scaffold for bone tissue engineering
(BRAC University, 2017)
Bone tissue engineering with cells and synthetic extracellular matrix represents a new approach for the regeneration of mineralized tissue for the transplantation of bone. Hydroxyapatite and its composite with biopolymers ...
Optimization of immunodot blot assay for diagnosis of Typhoid and Paratyphoid fever using the TPTest for comparison
(BRAC University, 2014-07)
Typhoid and paratyphoid (enteric) fever are responsible for morbidity and mortality
worldwide. Bangladesh is an endemic zone of enteric fever where sanitation and hygienic
conditions are poor. Rapid, accurate diagnosis ...