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Quantitative determination of artificial sweeteners and sucrose in energy drinks and mango juice available in Dhaka city by UV-Spectrophotometric method
(BRAC University, 2017-12)Energy dinks and mango juice are popular beverages. Apart from the natural ingredients and some additives present in these drinks, sugar is an important component of both. It has been established that other than providing ... -
The role of primary and secondary packaging on the antibacterial activity of sunlight exposed synthetic and herbal eye drops
(BRAC University, 2017-12)Eye infections are considered as one of the most serious public health problem around the world, and are responsible for the blindness or visual impairment of about 1.9 million people every year. These Infection spreads ... -
Isolation of bacteria from dairy-based popular sweetmeat named swandesh following the molecular identification of Bacillus species
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018)Among all the sweetmeats found in Bangladesh, Swandesh achieves an intense popularity due to its delicate texture and sublime taste. Like other dairy products, it is high in carbohydrates and proteins, along with probiotic ... -
Molecular detection of anticancer protein Azurin in native Pseudomonas isolates
(BRAC University, 2018)Azurin is a potent anticancer protein which has the ability to interfere in tumor growth. The purpose of this study was to isolate azurin producing native Pseudomonas isolates along with the confirmation of azurin presence ... -
Hematological analysis of anemic severity in beta thalassemia
(BRAC University, 2018)Beta thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that affects synthesis of the beta chain in the production of haemogoblin, leading to the production of deficient RBCs (red blood cells) that cannot effectively transport ... -
Isolation and characterization of bacteriophage from environmental water samples specific for Klebsiella pneumoniae
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-01)Klebsiella pneumoniae is a clinically important pathogen that is frequently associated with multidrug resistance. Recently, some of its strains have acquired superbug status. Over time it is getting difficult to treat ... -
Comparison of the effect of garlic with the effect of antibiotics on the survival and growth of broiler chickens
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-01)The aim of the present study was to compare the effect of garlic as feed additives with the effect of antibiotics on the survival and growth of broiler chickens. The massive use of the antimicrobial drug in poultry industries ... -
Quantitative analysis of artificial sweeteners in soft drink samples
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-02)Carbonated drinks are the biggest soft drinks sector around the globe and have grown significantly over the last few decades. It has become part of the urban lifestyle and is consumed by people regardless of age, religion, ... -
Prevalence of microorganism in cell phone and the behavioral pattern associated with the demographic of Dhaka City (North)
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-04)The mobile phone is currently the most used technological device used by the population of the planet. Due to its availability and efficiency of usage, it is very popular amongst the people of both developed and developing ... -
Isolation of Salmonella spp. from raw meat, elucidation of their antibiotic susceptibility pattern and evaluation of the antimicrobial efficacy of Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and Black Sesame (Sesamum indicum)
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-04)With the increasing consumption of beef all over the world, the prospect of Salmonella spp. as a potential reservoir of antibiotic resistance was investigated. As plants are considered new sources of antimicrobial agents ... -
Determination of antimicrobial activity of some commercial fruit (apple, papaya, lemon and strawberry) extracts against bacteria causing urinary tract infection
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-05)Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is a worldwide phenomenon in modern times which is increasing the dependency on antibiotics for its treatment. The current study was conducted in order to find alternatives to antibiotics by ... -
A short review and a preliminary regeneration study of a commercially important Bangladeshi potato variety: Diamant
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-07)Potato is one of the most important solanaceous tuber crops occupying the fourth position worldwide among all the food crops. Despite not being native to our country, potato production is growing in last few decades. ... -
Establishment of tissue culture protocol of two Bangladeshi sunflower varieties (Helianthus annuus L.)
(BRAC University, 2018-07)Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is an important commercially valuable crop with a high oil content. It is seed propagated, but poor germination, along with other abiotic and biotic factors pose problems in sunflower ... -
Isolation, molecular characterization and antibiotic resistant of pathogenic bacteria obtained from raw meat in Dhaka city
(Brac University, 2018-07)A large number of people intake proteins from meat. But the problem is a number of bacteria are being identified during the several years from raw beef which cause different physical problems and sometimes turns into ... -
Are the lakes and rivers in Dhaka city safe for recreational water activities?
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-07)Unplanned urbanization can lead to contamination of the surface waters with industrial and fecal pollutants. Fecal organisms can cause a number of diseases to humans in case of skin contact or accidental ingestion. The ... -
Agrobacterium mediated transformation of two peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) explants using Na⁺/H⁺ antiporter gene to generate transgenies to resist salinity stress
(BRAC University, 2018-07)Peanut is one of the most popular sources of healthy addible oil. Its susceptance to various biotic and abiotic stresses is limiting crop production worldwide. Salinity is prior to them. Moreover, it is strictly monocious ... -
Rapid biological synthesis of silver nanoparticles from Cymbopogon citratus extract and evaluation of its antimicrobial properties
(BRAC University, 2018-07)It has been well known for many years that silver Nanoparticles (NPs) are toxic to microorganism and can potentially kill them. They can also provide solution to different technological and environmental problems such as ... -
Frequency of Hepatitis B, C and HIV infections among transfusion-dependent Thalassemia patients in Bangladesh
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-07)Transfusion transmitted infections (TTI) have become a major problem in patients with thalassemia who have to undergo regular transfusion. Though effective screening system and proper donor selection have lowered the rate ... -
Determination of the prevalence and virulence properties of aerobic endospore-forming bacteria isolated from commercial packaged foods in Dhaka city
(BRAC University, 2018-07)Endospore forming bacteria in packaged foods can lead to gastrointestinal disease and food spoilage upon germination in the GI tract or favourable storage conditions. In the current study,14 samples of packaged foods from ... -
Prevalence of microorganisms in cell phones and the behavioral pattern associated with the demographic of Dhaka City (South)
(Brac University, 2018-07)Mobile phones are currently one of the mostly used electronic devices and it is used by people from almost every walk of life. Along with that, usage of mobile phone is increasing with time passing by due to its availability ...