Browsing Thesis (Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology) by Title
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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 ... -
Isolation of bacteriophage with antimicrobial activity against Shigella Dysenteriae from sewage sample
(BRAC University, 2019-10)Shigellosis infection, caused by a genus of medically important bacteria called Shigella, results in diarrhea and other painful manifestations in humans. Annually, an estimated 74,000 to 600,000 people die of Shigella ... -
Isolation of Bacteriophages from surface water for some distinct bacterias and their characterization as potential biocontrol agents
(Brac University, 2020-12)E. coli of many different kinds, most of which are part of the intestine's normal flora and are thought to be comparatively harmless. However, some strains have developed pathogenicity systems, which means they can cause ... -
Isolation of E. coli and Shigella spp. from raw Tilapia, elucidation of their antibiotic susceptibility pattern and evaluation of the antimicrobial efficacy of Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
(BRAC University, 2018-10)Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) has become the third most important fish in aquaculture because of their protein content, larger size and rapid growth to harvest. Due to improper handling and poor hygiene, fresh marketed raw ... -
Isolation of E. coli phages from environmental water samples and analysis of their effect on periodic epidemics of cholera
(BRAC University, 2017-09)Cholera is a deadly infectious disease caused by the pathogen Vibrio cholerae. In our country cholera epidemics occur seasonally. Two peaks of outbreaks nicely coincide with dry season and monsoon rain. Several factors ... -
Isolation of Kerosene degrading bacteria from soli samples and determination of optimum growth conditions
(BRAC University, 2015-04)Oil spills are global catastrophes transpiring annually from minute to substantial amounts, threatening the lives of plants, animals and the health of human. Current physical and chemical management systems are very costly ... -
Isolation of lactic acid bacteria with antimicrobial activity
(BRAC University, 2016-08)The benefits of live cultures as probiotics have been known for a long time throughout the world; probiotics can improve immunity, prevent diseases and much more. Probiotics can be a great substitute for antibiotics. ... -
Isolation of Lactoferrin from raw and commercial milk samples followed by the observation of antimicrobial activity against Pathogens
(BRAC University, 2017-08)Lf is a multifunctional glycoprotein with 80 kDa size found in the milk of most mammals. In addition to its well-known role of binding iron, Lf carries many important biological functions, including the promotion of cell ... -
Isolation of Lytic Bacteriophages from Environmental water samples specific to Vibrio cholerae; software-based analysis of whole-genome using bioinformatics tools
(Brac University, 2020-08)Vibrio cholerae is an opportunistic, gram-negative bacterium that is commonly found in fresh and saltwater, soil, food, or in the intestine of humans and animals. It is the most causative agent of cholera; a chronic diarrheal ... -
Isolation of reactive Red 3BX and Yellow 4GL dye degrading bacteria from the textile sludge
(BRAC University, 2015-11-23)This world is getting polluted in different ways. This world has many prime components including soil, water, and air. Every day to meet human needs thousands of mills, factories and are producing necessary commodities. ... -
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 ... -
Isolation of Shiga toxin producing Escherichia coli 0157:H7 from street food and raw vegetables in Dhaka city
(BRAC University, 2015-04)E. coli O157:H7, a Shiga toxin producing microbe was first acknowledged as a virulent organism in 1982 during an analysis of an outbreak of haemorrhagic colitis associated with consumption of hamburgers from a fast food ... -
Isolation of wild-type yeasts from natural sources for bioethanol production, their characterization and the effect of mineral salts on ethanol productivity in molasses
(BRAC University, 2015-11)Ethanol, with the molecular formula of CH3CH2OH, is a highly useful hydrocarbon which is used extensively in major industrial and manufacturing processes. It is also used as a fuel, albeit on a much smaller scale. Ethanol ... -
Isolation, characterization and analysis of multi-drug resistant Acinetobacter baumannii isolated from hospital adjacent lake soil in Dhaka city
(Brac University, 2023-09)Acinetobacter baumannii is a Gram-negative bacillus that exhibits the features of an obligate aerobe. The observed entity exhibits pleomorphism and lacks motility. Acinetobacter baumannii, a pathogen known for its opportunistic ... -
Isolation, identification and molecular characterization of pathogenic organisms obtained from meat samples (cooked, semicooked and raw) of different areas of Dhaka city
(BRAC University, 2017-06)Meat is the main source of protein now a days all over the world. From the people living under boarder line of poverty to high maintenance society, beef, mutton and chicken are taken as important source of proteins. ... -
Isolation, identification, and characterization of keratinase enzyme producing bacteria, collected from tannery soil
(Brac University, 2022-08)Keratin rich waste by-products from animal skin and other parts are being produced every year in a huge amount. These wastes are required to be degraded. Otherwise, it can become a hazardous to the environment. This ... -
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 ... -
Isolation, screening and production of cellulase from Bacteria
(Brac University, 2019-12)Cellulase finds uses as raw material in various industries. The current sources of cellulase are highly expensive. However, using bacteria as cellulase producers can bring the cost down and make our industries ... -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) study on COVID-19 vaccination in Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2021-12)Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), an infectious respiratory disease caused by the viral strain, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has become a distinct cause of the global burden and a ... -
A knowledge-based perception analysis about Biotechnology among university students in Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2023-10)Biotechnology is a rapidly evolving field of science. However, the success of this field depends on the acceptance of the research product by the user or consumers. This again depends on the perception of this technology. ...