Browsing by Subject "Toxicity"
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The antioxidant properties of bufadienolides, analogous to the orbicusides of Cotyledon orbiculata L. var orbiculata (Haw.) DC
(2014)The use of traditional and natural medicines in primary healthcare or alternative therapy is on the increase. However, the safety and efficacy of these medicines have not yet been confirmed. Pharmacognosy, the study of the ... -
The antioxidant properties of the methanol extract of Cotyledon orbiculata L. var orbiculata (Haw.) DC. Leaves
(North-West University, [2012])South Africa is a country of great diversity. Different climate zones and a host of different habitats make South Africa the perfect platform for rich floral diversity. This floral diversity lends itself to the study of ... -
An assessment of the biodistribution, biopersistence and toxicity of gold nanoparticles
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)The interest in biomedical applications of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) has increased dramatically in the last decade due to their ease of synthesis, unique surface and optical properties. The main driver of this surge in ... -
Determination of organic pollution in Phongola and Vaal Rivers, and the possible effects to wildlife—a comparison
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)The aquatic environment is impacted by a wide range of anthropogenic activities, these include application of agricultural products like herbicides, insecticides and pesticides, and fertilisers; sewage; and industrial ... -
Enhancing personal and corporate values to reduce toxicity in a TVET College environment : a living theory of organisational development
(North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2018)As an HRD manager in a Technical Vocational Education and Training college in South Africa, I am aware that these colleges face various systemic challenges that impact negatively on employee wellbeing. I ... -
Enhancing personal and corporate values to reduce toxicity in a TVET College environment: a living theory of organisational development
(North-West University, 2018)As an HRD manager in a Technical Vocational Education and Training college in South Africa, I am aware that these colleges face various systemic challenges that impact negatively on employee wellbeing. I have first-hand ... -
Environmental geochemistry and acid mine drainage modelling of the Sabie River water system in the vicinity of abandoned gold mines
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2023)The purpose of this research was to learn more about the release, transport, dispersal, and fate of metal species emitted by mine tailings storage facilities (MTSFs) on the Sabie River system. Analytical techniques and ... -
Evaluation of the effect of colloidal systems on biodistribution of selected prostate cancer radiopharmaceuticals
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2019)It has been reported that microemulsion (ME) delivery systems provide an opportunity to enhance the bioavailability and efficacy of a therapeutic agent whilst minimising side effects. The prostate-specific membrane antigen ... -
Formulation and evaluation of Pheroid vesicles containing mefloquine for the treatment of malaria
(Wiley, 2014)Objectives Mefloquine (MQ) is an antimalarial drug with high efficacy, often used in the treatment and chemoprophylaxis of malaria. However, it has low solubility in water, a long elimination half-life (4 days), and is ... -
In vitro evaluation of the toxicity profile of N-trimethyl chitosan chloride
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2000)The pharmaceutical scientist 1s confronted by numerous challenges in the area of developing new and effective delivery systems for new classes of drugs such as peptide and protein drugs. Due to the size and polarity ...
