Browsing Thesis (Master of Science in Biotechnology) by Title
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Potential use of Vibriophage in association with antibiotic to treat the vibrio Cholerae biofilm
(Brac University, 2021-08)In cholera prevalent areas, Vibrio cholerae in the aqueous environment can exist in a cell aggregated form covered by an extra polysaccharide matrix called Biofilm. These type of cells are named as VBNC (viable but non ... -
Prevalence and application of an evolving genome editing tool “CRISPR/Cas System” in cancer research and treatment
(Brac University, 2022-12)One of the biggest causes of mortality worldwide is cancer. Cancer is one of the most challenging diseases to cure because of its capacity to spread quickly, metastasis, and create diverse tumors as a result of mutagenesis ... -
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 ... -
Prevalence and patterns of antimicrobial resistance in salmonella enterica serovar Typhi and Salmonella enterica serovar Paratyphi, Bangladesh
(BRAC University, 2016-11)Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi (S. Typhi) and Salmonella enterica serovar Paratyphi (S. Paratyphi) are two gram negative bacilli, responsible for enteric fever (typhoid and paratyphoid, respectively). Both of the fever, ... -
Process optimization for the in vitro growth and maintenance of human epidermal keratinocytes
(BRAC University, 2015-07)In the past few decades, the in vitro cultivation of human epidermal keratinocytes has significantly been improved owing to several developments in terms of media, growth factors and overall culture conditions. This ... -
Progress of edible vaccine development
(Brac University, 2022-02)Edible vaccines are edible plants genetically engineered to contain a gene that specifies an antigen or a marker sequence sequence of defective gene or protein. The mucous lining comprises one of the first lines of defense ... -
Prospects of Biodegradable Polymer (Polyhydroxyalkanoate) production with wastewater
(Brac University, 2019-10)Plastic production and accumulation have devastating environmental effects, and consequently, the world is in need to focus on environmentally friendly plastic substitutes such as sustainable biofuels, biomaterials, and ... -
Quorum regulated resistance of E. coli against environmental bacteriophages
(Brac University, 2019-09)Predation of bacteria by their corresponding phages have a significant influence on the population structure of different communities of bacteria. E. coli infection has become a safety concern globally and they are causing ... -
Relation of chest HRCT scan findings with hematological, biochemical, and immunological parameters of hospitalized Covid-19 patients in a tertiary hospital in Chattogram city
(Brac University, 2023-03)The chest HRCT scan can be used as a diagnostic tool for COVID-19 disease in cases of clinical suspicion, false-negative RT-PCR, or unavailability of the test. The study aimed to investigate the relation of HRCT findings ... -
A review on the occurrence of brain tumor in adults and pediatrics and the associated risk factors
(Brac University, 2023-05)Brain tumor is one of the most concerning disorders of modern times, yet comprehensive knowledge on its symptom, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and post-treatment of both adult and children have not been documented ... -
Screening of G6PD Mutation and polymorphism using high resolution melt curve analysis
(BRAC University, 2017)Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is one of the most common X-linked recessive disorders resulting from the defect of a single gene encoding an enzyme called G6PD. G6PD enzymes catalyzes the conversion ... -
Screening of some Bangladeshi medicinal plants for in vitro antioxidant, antimicrobial and insecticdal activities
(BRAC University, 2011)Screening of some Bangladeshi medicinal plants for antioxidant , antimicrobial , insecticidal activity and analysis of some of their chemical contents were undertaken in the present study. The medicinal plants studied ... -
Serological and molecular analyses of icteric hepatitis E in Bangladeshi women
(BRAC University, 2017-07)Bangladesh is an endemic zone for Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) which is associated with both epidemic and sporadic infections. Since there have been few population-based studies of this country’s HEV burden, its epidemiological ... -
A short review on micropropagation of various spices in Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2022-10)Spices have been utilized throughout history for flavoring and preserving meals, as well as medicinal and cosmetic uses. Bangladesh's culinary system has always been spice-dominated, with roughly 27 different varieties of ... -
A statistical correlation between virulence genes and clinical features among patients with shigellosis in Mirzapur, Bangladesh
(BRAC University, 2016-09)Even though, the annual number of Shigella episodes or fatalities are not as terrifying as was reported in 1999, these numbers are still unacceptable. Shigella spp. is still contributing to about 800,000 deaths globally ... -
Structural analysis of three pivotal SERK dependent PRR complexes of Arabidopsis thaliana
(Brac University, 2021-01)Pattern Triggered Immunity (PTI) is distinguished with the activities of pattern recognition receptors (PRRs), which play an essential role in plant defense mechanism. During aggression of microbes, PRRs immediately bind ... -
Structural dynamics of PRR FLS2, PAMP flg22 and mutated co-receptor BAK1 of Arabidopsis thaliana
(Brac University, 2021-03)Pattern-triggered immunity (PTI) acts as the first layer of defense that is deployed by plants in order to avert microbial invasions. It is actually identified by the activities of patternrecognition receptors (PRRs), ... -
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, ... -
Study of acute toxicity of an unani medicine used in dysentery
(BRAC University, 2015-08)Marbelus is an Unani Medicine of unique combination of Bael (Aegle marmelos) fruit and Connessi (Holarrhena antidysenterica) bark, which is highly effective in diarrhoea, dysentery (Amoebic & Bacillary dysentery), ... -
Study of GLUT-4 and AMPK gene expression and phosphorylation of AMPK protein in Oyster Mushroom induced Type 2 diabetic model rats
(BRAC University, 2017)Type-2 diabetes mellitus is a complex and heterogeneous disorder which is depends upon insulin resistance and later insulin insufficiency and recognize by impaired insulin sensitivity as well as hyperglycemia, thus it ...