Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (MNS): Recent submissions
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Peripheral neuropathy and diabetes: severity, management and future perspectives
(Brac University, 2022-04)Diabetic neuropathy is a heterogeneous gathering of problems with very complicated pathophysiology furthermore, influences both physical and autonomic parts of the sensory system. Neuropathy is the most common persistent ... -
Biotechnology for rural development: Scopes of economic advancement using biotechnology in perspective of rural Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2022-06)Besides contributing to academics, industry, and healthcare, Biotechnology has immense potential to directly improve the lives of socially and economically weaker sections of the country. In a developing country like ... -
Clinical manifestation of neonatal sepsis and prevalence of ESBL-producing bacteria in South Asia
(Brac University, 2023-09)"A fatal infection called neonatal sepsis can strike infants as early as 28 days after birth. It contributes remarkably to newborn morbidity and mortality, especially in developing countries. Neonatal sepsis has a ... -
Microbial contamination of drinking water and community water in Bangladesh : a review
(Brac University, 2023-05)Bangladesh, one of the most densely populated nations of the world, is blessed with abundant water sources, which are being polluted with many bacteria and pathogens. The country's groundwater and surface water are ... -
Microbial contamination of drinking water and community water in Bangladesh : a review
(Brac University, 2023-05)Bangladesh, one of the most densely populated nations of the world, is blessed with abundant water sources, which are being polluted with many bacteria and pathogens. The country's groundwater and surface water are ... -
Identification of the multi-drug resistant genes in the bacteria isolated from the saliva of smoker oral cancer patients and comparative analysis with smoker normal individuals
(Brac University, 2023-08)Cancer poses a severe threat to world health in the modern period. Cancer is abnormal cell proliferation that can affect different bodily components. Due to cultural behaviors like tobacco consumption and betel nut chewing, ... -
Phenotypic and molecular detection of Acinetobacter baumannii retrieved from the environmental surfaces
(Brac University, 2023-08)Background: Hospital Associated Infections (HAI) pose a great deal of risk to those with impaired immune system, especially Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) patients. Among the important ... -
Can bacteria fly? - bacteriological assessment of common fly (Musca domestica) as a potential carrier for public health epidemics
(Brac University, 2023-09)The primary aim of the research work is to analyze the diverse bacterial presence in the houseflies (Musca domestica) found from the fish markets and street food in some major areas of Dhaka city. Common house flies (Musca ... -
Survey and analysis on oral microbial profile of Dhaka city dwellers and their association with different diseases in the community
(Brac University, 2023-09)This research aims to determine the composition of the human oral microbiota, comprising various microorganisms inhabiting the oral cavity exist in the human mouth. The oral microbiota plays a vital role in human health, ... -
Antibiotic adjuvants in combating antibiotic resistance
(Brac University, 2023-01)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has now become one of the significant global health challenges and are not limited to natural antibiotics but also for synthetic antibiotics. Therefore, it is crucial to search for more ... -
Resuscitation of bacterial biofilm by sunlight : effects on different enteropathogenic bacteria
(Brac University, 2023-09)Bangladesh encounters seasonal cholera endemics biannually. Vibrio cholerae and Shiga toxin- producing Escherichia coli (STEC) is responsible for cholera and similar diarrheal disease outbreaks. Biofilms go through a ... -
Bacteriological study of Turag river
(Brac University, 2023-08)The main purpose of this thesis is to identify the bacterium present in the Turag River and get an overview about its Bacterological identifications. Water is the most fundamental and crucial environmental component ... -
Effectiveness of commonly used disinfectants in hospitals against common nosocomial bacteria
(Brac University, 2023-08)Nosocomial infections, commonly acquired during hospital stays, pose a significant threat to patient safety and increase healthcare costs. The effective use of disinfectants is crucial for decreasing the transmission of ... -
Isolation and Characterization of E. coli Bacteriophage from Raw Meat and Environment Water
(Brac University, 2023-12)Several diseases such as stomach cramps, urinary tract infections, and diarrhea are caused by the bacterium Escherichia coli. One of the five subtypes of E. coli which are ETEC, EPEC, EAEC, EHEC/STEC, and EIEC are responsible ... -
Association between the severity of helicobacter pylori infection and different hematological parameters
(Brac University, 2023-01)Helicobacter pylori infection is a global public health problem that is affecting both developed and developing countries. Approximately 50% (over 3 billion) of the world's population is infected with Helicobacter ... -
Study on the numerical analysis of storm surges around the coastal zone of Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2023-08)Storm surges are a natural phenomenon preceding tropical cyclones, taking place in the coastal zones. Often times they are the most dangerous part of the cyclones, causing the most amount of damage to the population and ... -
Factors associated with antifungal resistance and the recent development in detection & treatment: a review
(Brac University, 2023-06)Antifungal resistance has become a growing concern in recent years, as it has become increasingly difficult to treat fungal infections due to the emergence of drug-resistant organisms. The prevalence of antifungal resistance ... -
Antibiotic resistance, virulence and biofilm forming capacity of acinetobacter baumannii isolated from Goranchatbari sub-catchment in Dhaka city
(Brac University, 2023-08)The presence of ESBL producing Acinetobacter baumannii is a major concern for various hospital and community healthcare settings, often being linked to an increased incidence of nosocomial infections. The biofilm formation ... -
In vitro collateral sensitivity: a potential approach against multiple antibiotic resistant bacteria
(Brac University, 2023-07)Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) has long been recognized as a major issue. With the emergence and rapid spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, the world's stock of viable antibiotics is rapidly depleting. In this regard, ... -
Characterization of bacteria isolated from fermented food and evaluation of their potential to be probiotic
(Brac University, 2023-08)This study aimed to isolate and biochemically characterize bacteria that are not exclusively LABs from popular fermented food products and evaluate their potential to be probiotics. As primary screening, isolated bacterial ...