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C/N/664. Stabilization of Gold Nanoparticles by Mixtures of Peptides

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3400
DATE:
2012
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The paper examines the physical properties and medical applications of gold nanoparticles exploring the methods of their synthesis and discussing the use and research of gold nanoparticles in the biomedical setting.

 

KEYWORDS: Stabilization, Gold Nanoparticles, Peptides,

 

C/N/663. Resveratrol: a promising candidate against obesity and diabetes

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2000
DATE:
2012
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The paper examines the role of the molecule resveratrol in the treatment of obesity, diabetes, cancer and other human age-related disorders. Bio-molecular features of resveratrol are described, potentials for its pharmacological exploitation in the future are considered.

 

KEYWORDS: Resveratrol, promising candidate, obesity and diabetes, pharmacological exploitation,

 

C/P/503. Darwinism, evolution and creationism

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4500
DATE:
2012
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49.99 GBP

The paper examines the role of evolution arguing whether the belief in evolution implies atheism. Key features of evolution theories and creationist beliefs are reviewed discussing the consequences of Darwinism from scientific and theological perspectives. A possible compatibility between evolution and creationism is considered.

 

KEYWORDS: Darwinism, evolution, creationism, scientific, theological,

 

C/N/639. Literature Review. An examination of the structure of the influenza A virus

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1100
DATE:
2011
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This review of literature focuses on the Influenza A virus, and begins by providing background information on it. The structure of the virus is discussed, along with drug targets. The virus nucleoprotein is discussed, and the paper then examines the cellular CRM1 polypeptide, signaling cascades, RNA interference, and gene expressions. The literature surrounding the subject is analysed before conclusions are made.

 

KEYWORDS: Literature review, influenza A virus, nucleoprotein, CRM1 polypeptide, signaling cascades, RNA, gene expressions,

 

C/N/636. Protein-HS interactions: specific, selective, or ion exchange?

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1850
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

The paper examines the nature of protein-HS (heparin sulphate) interactions focussing on the clotting proteins thrombin and antithrombin, and FGF-2 protein that plays an important role in the development of the nervous system. The mechanisms of HS/heparin binding are discussed.

 

KEYWORDS: heparin sulphate, HS-protein interactions, FGF, thrombin, antithrombin,

 

C/N/631. Polysaccharide: simplicity and variety in structure and application in industrial and medical settings

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1600
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

The paper looks at three subtypes of polysaccharide, i.e. marine, bacterial and plant, accounting for their simplicity and structural diversity, and examining the application of polysaccharides in the food industry, medicine and heavy manufacturing industry.

 

KEYWORDS: Polysaccharide,

 

C/N/630. Proposal. Drug Target Sites of Influenza A Virus Nucleoprotein

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2100
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

The paper proposes to examine influenza virus A nucleoprotein to identify specific regions within the nucleoprotein that can be targeted in order to develop novel anti-viral medicines for the treatment of influenza. Literature is reviewed on the topics related to influenza A virus including its structure, drug targeted sites within the nucleoprotein, etc. The main hypothesis of the research is formulated, proposed experiments and analyses are described.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, influenza A virus, anti-viral drug, nucleoprotein,

 

C/N/628. Comparison of chitosan and DOTMA as gene delivery vectors

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1400
DATE:
2011
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The paper examines non-viral vectors for the transfer of DNA into human cells explaining their ability to protect DNA from degradation during injection and the ability to effectively penetrate the host cell. The vectors of chitosan and DOTMA are compared exploring how they form complexes with DNA and how these complexes differ when used for therapeutic purposes.

 

KEYWORDS: Chitosan, DOTMA, gene delivery vectors, DNA,

 

C/N/622. Stereotypic Social Behaviour of Domestic Species

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1950
DATE:
2011
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The paper examines stereotypic behavior in domesticated production species of farm animals. The patterns of their natural and abnormal behaviour are described, examples of stereotypic behavior are examined with regard to poultry, cattle and pigs, the impacts of stereotypic social behaviour on the environment and feeding practices are considered, psychological and genetic bases of stereotypical behaviours are explored.

 

KEYWORDS: Stereotypic Behaviour, Domestic Species,

 

C/N/619. An evaluation of x-ray crystallography

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350
DATE:
2011
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9.99 GBP

This paper focuses on x-ray crystallography, and begins by providing background information on the method. The paper also looks at the literature relating to crystallography.

 

KEYWORDS: x-ray crystallography, crystallography,

 

C/N/617. The organizational vs. activational effects of hormones

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1450
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

This paper examines the differences between the organizational and activational effects of hormones. The paper discusses a variety of hormones that modify the behaviour of individuals. The way in which some hormones act in both organizational and activational ways is also discussed. The role that the environment and genetics play in modifying hormone behaviour is also discussed.

 

KEYWORDS: Organizational hormones, activational hormones, hormones!,

 

C/N/615. Presentation + notes. The Role of Histone Methyltransferases in Stem Cell Differentiation in the Planarian Schmidtea mediterranea

WORDS:
3500
ADD-ONS:
16 SLIDES
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

This presentation with notes is based on the role of Histone Methyltransferases in stem cell differentiation in the Planarian Schmidtea mediterranea. The presentation begins by outlining the history to epigenetics, and the role it plays in regeneration and control of stem cell differentiation. The Role of Histone Methylation and Demethylation in the Regulation of Gene Expression is evaluated. The biological characteristics, regeneration, genomics, and proteomics in relation to S.mediterranea are also assessed.

 

KEYWORDS: Presentation, Histone Methyltransferases, stem cell, Planarian Schmidtea mediterranea, Planarian Schmidtea mediterranea, regeneration, stem cell differentiation, Demethylation, Gene Expression, S.mediterranea,

 

C/N/614. The relationship between the respiratory and cardiovascular systems

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500
DATE:
2011
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9.99 GBP

This paper examines the interaction between the respiratory and cardiovascular system in maintaining the body’s internal balance. The paper outlines the responsibilities each system holds, and then discusses how they interact. The way in which changes in one system effects the other is also assessed.

 

KEYWORDS: cardiovascular system, respiratory system, internal balance, O2, CO2, blood, p.H levels,

 

C/N/613. The Application of Zinc finger Nucleases in Site-Directed Mutagenesis

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2800
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines the application of zinc finger nucleases in site directed mutagenesis, and begins by presenting background information on the topic. Zinc finger proteins are discussed, and the way in which Zinc finger nucleases are applied is assessed.

 

KEYWORDS: Zinc finger Proteins, Zinc Finger Nucleases, Zinc,

 

C/N/612. An examination of restriction mapping

WORDS:
1100
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

This paper examines restriction mapping, and aims to discuss the restriction of enzymes. The background to restriction mapping is detailed, and the paper also discusses the ways in which restriction mapping has been used. The era of the ‘omics’ is examined, before the paper then discusses the next generation of restriction endonucleases.

 

KEYWORDS: Restriction mapping, restriction enzymes, omics, endonucleases,

 

C/N/606. An examination of human cyclin-dependent kinase 2 (CDK2)

WORDS:
2850
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper focuses on the human cyclin-dependent kinase 2 (CDK2) and assesses the role they play in regulating the cell cycle. The paper discusses the function of CDK2 as well as their structure and mechanisms. The different types of imaging techniques for the determination of the CDK2 structure is discussed, some of which include Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry (MS), and Small Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS).

 

KEYWORDS: human cyclin-dependent kinase 2, CDK2, cell cycle, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectroscopy, NMR, Mass Spectrometry, MS, Small Angle X-ray Scattering, SAXS,

 

C/N/603. An examination of Pallister-Hall Syndrome

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1750
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

This paper examines Pallister-Hall Syndrome, a disorder that effects core development. The paper begins by describing the syndrome and its background, and this is followed by an evaluation of the GL13 gene and its relationship with the syndrome.

 

KEYWORDS: Pallister-Hall Syndrome, GL13, GCPS,

 

S/N/355. The Identification of an Unknown Antigen Involved in Systemic Lupus Erthematosus

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2550
DATE:
2010
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29.99 GBP

This study assesses the use of Immunocytochemistry and Immunoblotting techniques to identify the antigen in human fibroblast cells. The paper introduces the study, the methodology and the materials used. Immunoblotting is then discussed, and the paper presents the results, which is followed by a discussion.

 

KEYWORDS: Antigen, Systemic Lupus Erthematosus, Immunocytochemistry, Immunoblotting, human fibroblast cells,

 

S/N/354. The Effect of Heat, pH and Salt Concentration on native calf thymus DNA

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2050
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper examines the effect of heat, pH levels and salt concentration on native calf thymus DNA. The method that was used to investigate is clearly laid out, and the paper then presents all of the results. All findings are discussed in detail.

 

KEYWORDS: Heat, pH level, salt concentration, calf thymus, DNA!,

 

S/N/353. Examination of the controversy surrounding genetically modified mosquitoes

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500
DATE:
2010
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9.99 GBP

This paper examines the controversy surrounding the release of genetically modified mosquitoes to control dengue fever. The paper discusses the lack of media attention it received and the effect that a decline in the mosquito population could have on other species.

 

KEYWORDS: Controversy, mosquito, genetically modified, media attention,

 

S/N/352. An examination of the most freuquently mutated genes found in Pancreatic Cancer tissue

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900
DATE:
2010
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9.99 GBP

This paper focuses on Pancreatic Cancer, and aims to identify the most freuquently mutated genes found in this form of Cancer. The genes highlighted are KRAS, TP53, CDKN2A, SMAD4 and CTNNB1, and the paper examines each one thoroughly. The paper also assesses the genes mutation rates.

 

KEYWORDS: Pancreatic cancer, cancer, KRAS, TP53, CDKN2A, SMAD4, CTNNB1, gene mutation,

 

C/N/591. An examination of ethical debates in genetics

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550
DATE:
2011
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9.99 GBP

This paper presents an overview of ethics in relation to genetics, and begins by providing information on the concept. Topics like tissue transplants, the production of clones, molecular shifting, and gene therapy are all discussed in relation to ethical considerations.

 

KEYWORDS: Ethics, genetics, tissue transplants, clones, molecular shifting, gene therapy,

 

C/N/586. Critical examination of the reporter gene constructs used to measure transcriptional activity in transfected mammalian cells

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2700
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper focuses on the reporter gene constructs to measure transcriptional activity in transfected mammalian cells. Constructs like Chloramphenicol acetyl transferase (CAT), Green fluorescent protein (GFP), and alkaline phosphatases are examined. The advantages and disadvantages of reporter constructs in biotechnologies are also assessed.

 

KEYWORDS: Chloramphenicol acetyl transferase, CAT, Green fluorescent protein, GFP, Luciferases, alkaline phosphatase, biotechnologies,

 

C/N/585. Critical examination of the reporter gene constructs used to measure transcriptional activity in transfected mammalian cells

WORDS:
2700
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This paper focuses on the reporter gene constructs to measure transcriptional activity in transfected mammalian cells. Constructs like Chloramphenicol acetyl transferase (CAT), Green fluorescent protein (GFP), and alkaline phosphatases are examined. The advantages and disadvantages of reporter constructs in biotechnologies are also assessed.

 

KEYWORDS: Chloramphenicol acetyl transferase, CAT, Green fluorescent protein, GFP, Luciferases, alkaline phosphatase, biotechnologies,

 

S/P/550. Presentation. The scientific evidence for evolution

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0
DATE:
2010
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19.99 GBP

This presentation with notes focuses on the scientific evidence regarding evolution. The presentation begins by presenting the evolution vs. creationism argument, and this is followed by a discussion of the three most common theories of the history of life. The creation of new species is discussed, along with a discussion regarding analogous or homologous structures.

 

KEYWORDS: Presentation, evolution, creationism, gradualism theory, species,