Browsing Mastergradsoppgaver i biologi (Helsefak) by Title
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Identification of protein interaction candidates for the GOLD domain of FYCO1
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2016-05-27)Autophagy is an evolutionary conserved degradative pathway, where damaged or surplus cytosolic components are sequestered into double membrane vesicles, autophagosomes, which become degraded through the lysosomal system. The autophagy is a dynamic process, which is depended of transport of autophagosomes along microtubule, to become degraded by lysosomes. One of the proteins involved in this transport ... -
Identification, isolation and characterisation of scavenging endothelial cells in placenta
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2014-05-15)Haemopoiesis occurs in the BM, where haemopoietic stem cells (HSC) reside in a three-dimensional “niche” and give rise to the millions of circulating blood cells required everyday of life. The precise regulation of this immense task occurs by interaction of HSC with other BM cells and extracellular matrix molecules. In addition, the BM vasculature has also now been identified as a key HSC regulator. ... -
Identifying Staphylococcus haemolyticus surface proteins. Development of a novel method for detection of bacterial surface proteins expressed during colonisation of human keratinocytes
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2018-05-15)The aim was to develop a method for identification of expressed surface proteins of Staphylococcus haemolyticus when colonising human keratinocytes. S. haemolyticus and HaCaT cells were grown together and separated with FACS prior to surface protein shaving using the LPI™FlowCell technology (Nanoxis Consulting AB). TMT-tags were used to investigate up- and downregulation of proteins comparing S. ... -
Immune-modulating properties of carcinoma-associated fibroblasts and their changes during radiotherapy. In vitro study of primary non-small cell lung carcinoma-associated fibroblasts
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2015-05-15)Background/aim of the study: Carcinoma-associated Fibroblasts (CAFs) comprise a heterogeneous population of cells and often represent the major cellular component of solid malignancies playing critical roles in tumor progression and metastasis. The purpose of this study was to gain more knowledge on the immunosuppressive traits of CAFs isolated from non-small cell lung carcinomas (NSCLC), and to ... -
The Immunostimulatory Potential of Mesenchymal Stem Cells for formation of Tertiary Lymphoid Structures in Lupus Nephritis
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-15)Formation of tertiary lymphoid structures (TLS) occurs in tissues targeted by chronic inflammatory processes, such as infection and autoimmunity. In systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), TLS have been observed in the kidneys of lupus-prone mice and in kidney biopsies of SLE patients with Lupus Nephritis (LN). Here the role of tissue-specific mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) as lymphoid tissue organizer ... -
In vitro reconstitution of proMatrix Metalloproteinase-9/Chondroitin Sulfate Proteoglycan Complexes. Identification of motifs in proMMP-9 and the serglycin core protein involved in the complex formation.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2014-05-15)Previously it has been shown that different monocytic leukemic cell lines such as THP-1, MonoMac and U-937 can produce proteolytic enzymes such as MMP-9 as well as various types of proteoglycans (PG). These proteins have been shown to be involved in homeostasis as well as in various diseases, such as cancer. When proMMP-9 was mixed with isolated PGs from these three cell lines or pure serglycin and ... -
Inhibition of bacterial and human zinc-metalloproteases
(Mastergradsoppgave; Master thesis, 2021-11-30)Antibiotic resistance is one of the major challenges in the present era and it is drastically increasing with the increase in time because of the overuse and misuse of antibiotics. Therefore, there is a demand of new antibiotics with new modes of action or other innovative strategies to overcome bacterial infections as soon as possible. The zinc metalloproteases Themolysin (TLN), Pseudolysin (PLN) ... -
Intracellular gelatinolytic activity in mouse tissues
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2011-09-12)Matrix metalloproteinases have traditionally been thought to act only extracellulary. However, increasing evidence has revealed intracellular localization as well as several alternative substrates and novel biological roles for these proteinases. The aims of this master thesis were to map intracellular localization of MMP-2 and MMP-9 in different tissues from mouse, determine if detected enzymes ... -
Investigation into the presence of CRISPR-Cas- and R-M systems in Klebsiella pneumoniae and correlation with antibiotic resistance, virulence and plasmids
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2020-06-05)The aims were to perform a bioinformatic-statistical analysis of CRISPR-Cas- and R-M systems in a diverse whole genome sequenced K. pneumoniae population, and their correlations to virulence score and AMR -/ plasmid content. The strains (n=999) consisted of Norwegian fecal carrier (n=484) and clinical (NORM; ESBL and non-ESBL producing) (n=414), and national-international clinical ST307 strains ... -
An investigation of Intercellular Adhesion Molecule-1 (ICAM-1) in Breast Cncer
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2016-05-18)Intercellular Adhesion Molecule-1 (ICAM-1, CD54), a cell surface glycoprotein that functions as an integrin, has a well-established role in leukocyte migration during inflammation. Recent studies have indicated a role for this protein in cancer development. In this study three breast cancer cell lines were stimulated with a variety of cytokines. The breast cancer cell lines (MCF7, SK-BR-3 and ... -
King crab proteases: as stimulators of an inflammatory pathway in human airway epithelial cells
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2010-03-22)In these studies, we focus on moricrase (enzyme mixture from hapatopancreas of king crab) as an activator of inflammatory responses in airway cells. Taking under consideration that serine proteases, such as trypsin, are stimulator of interlukin-8 (IL-8). We investigate the role of protease activated receptor 2 (PAR-2) in the inflammation of human pulmonary epithelial cells (A549). A549 cells were ... -
Modulation of dendritic cells phenotype and functions by irradiated and non-irradiated lung cancer fibroblasts. An in vitro study.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2019-05-15)Stromal cells in the tumor microenvironment (TME) interacts with cancer cells and affect their behavior in diverse manners. In this study, we investigated in vitro the mechanisms by which non-irradiated and irradiated cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) isolated from patients with non-small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC) affected the phenotype and function of monocyte-derived dendritic cells (Mo-DCs) ... -
Molecular and biochemical characterisation of naturally occurring hyperexpressed and mutated extended spectrum AmpC beta-lactamases in Norwegian clinical isolates of Escherichia coli
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2009-11-17)Jeg har karakterisert kliniske E. coli isolater, med nedsatt følsomhet for cefalosporiner, på nukleotid og amino syre nivå. -
Molecular characterization of Norwegian clinical isolates of Escherichia coli hyperproducing the chromosomal AmpC beta-lactamase : a regional spread of an IS911-mediated blaAmpC-hyperexpressing ST131 clone
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2012-05-15)The worldwide dissemination of antimicrobial resistance is a growing problem causing increased morbidity, mortality, and financial costs. β-lactams are an important family of antimicrobial agents and accounts for ~46% of the total antibiotic use for systemic infections in Norway. Resistance to β-lactams can be caused by several factors where the production of enzymes, β-lactamases, is the major ... -
A molecular genetic study investigating the role of maternal and placental laeverin gene mutation and fetal whole genome copy number variations in the pathophysiology of preeclampsia
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2011-11-29)Summary Preeclampsia is a clinical syndrome affecting only pregnant women and is defined as new onset of hypertension and proteinuria after 20 weeks of gestation. Approximately, 2-7 % of all pregnant women in the developed world are affected by this condition and it is a major cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Despite intensive research the pathophysiology of preeclampsia is not ... -
Molecular interaction studies of initial electrostatic attraction between trypsin and the human PAR-2 receptor
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2020-01-16)Workers in livestock and fish cultivation are at increased risk of occupational airway damage caused by proteases. Proteases, such as trypsin, activate PAR-2 which in turn triggers an inflammatory response, potentially causing airway damage over time. There has been some speculation that PAR-2 receptors easier attract trypsin form species where this enzyme has a more negative electrostatic charge. ... -
A molecular study of putative pili structures in Enterococuus faecium
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2008-12)Infections caused by Enterococcus faecium have increased over the last few decades. In this thesis there has been an attempt to identify putative pili proteins in E. faecium. The putative genes were ligated into a pENTR vector; the insert was sequenced to check the orientation, sequence, length and ends. Then the putative genes were recombined into a pDEST vector for expression. The expression showed ... -
Non-Invasive Methods for Detection of Genetic Abnormalities in Human Embryos Cell-Free DNA Secreted from Human Embryos as an Alternative to DNA from Cell Biopsies for Genetic Analyses
(Mastergradsoppgave; Master thesis, 2022-05-15)Chromosomal abnormalities are one of the main causes of implantation failure following embryo transfer in in vitro fertilization (IVF). Preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidies (PGT-A) is time-consuming, expensive, and invasive. Non-invasive PGT-A (niPGT-A) is an alternative where secreted embryonic cell-free DNA (cfDNA) in spent culture medium (SCM) is investigated. This study aimed to ... -
Oncolytic Activity and Mechanisms of Action by a small β2,2-amino acid derivative LTX-401
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2015-05-11)Antimicrobial peptides are part of the innate immune defence of many organisms and represent a novel class of therapeutics due to their broad-spectrum activities, including cytotoxic activity against cancer cells. It has recently been reported that small antimicrobial β2,2-amino acid derivatives (Mw<500), such as LTX-401, possess potent anticancer activity against Ramos human Burkitt’s lymphoma ... -
The oncoproteins gelsolin, periostin and thrombospondin are enriched in Merkel cell carcinoma exosomes, and their promoter activity is stimulated by Large T-antigen of Merkel cell polyomavirus
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-14)Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive neuroendocrine form of skin cancer with high mortality rate and increasing incidence. Around 80 % of MCC tumours are positive for Merkel cell polyomavirus (MCPyV), the only polyomavirus known to induce cancer in humans. Continuous expression of the viral oncogenes LT-ag and st-ag is necessary for MCPyV positive MCC tumour cell survival, suggesting ...