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Mitochondrial disorders in the South African context : a clinical and biochemical approach
(North-West University (South Africa), 2011)
In the past, patients with suspected mitochondrial disorders (MDs) were identified only phenotypically in South Africa. However, the specific population-related characteristics were unknown and not documented. Up to as ...
The cardiovascular profile of HIV–infected South Africans of African descent : a 5–year prospective study
(North-West University, 2011)
With great appreciation, I would like to accentuate the substantial contributions of the following
people who made this project possible:
To Dr. CMT Fourie (my supervisor), Prof. JM van Rooyen (my co–supervisor) and Prof. ...
A review of business rescue in South Africa since implementation of the Companies Act (71/2008)
(North-West University, 2012)
This study examined the new Companies Act (71/2008) with a specific focus on Chapter 6, business rescue. This rather controversial legislation was implemented in South African company law on the 1st of May 2011 and redefines ...
Validation of the Questionnaire for Eudaimonic Well–being in a South African context
(North-West University, 2012)
Explicating the nature and concomitants of eudaimonic well-being is currently at the forefront of research on a fulfilling life and functioning well. However, the strength of research conducted on constructs is dependent ...
The contribution of EIA to decision making : a critical analysis of EIA refusals in South Africa
(North-West University, 2011)
The effectiveness of the Environmental Impact Assessment process has been questioned by its critics both locally and internationally, as there is a perception that EIA process is merely a rubber stamping exercise. The ...
'n Genealogiese en historiese perspektief op 'n gedeelte van die familie Swanepoel in Suid–Afrika (1698–1906)
(North-West University, 2013)
The goal of this dissertation is to determine the genealogical and historical perspective of a
selected part of the Swanepoel family in South Africa (1698-1906). It includes historical
tendencies such as conflicts, wars, ...
The effect of different sample preparatory protocols on the induction of the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR) in the H4IIE–luc reporter gene bio–assay
(North-West University, 2012)
Concern on a global scale gave rise to the founding of the Stockholm Convention on persistent organic pollutants (POPs) with a view to restrict the use and production of these toxic chemicals. As a signatory, South Africa ...
Evaluation of the pharmacovigilance system in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District in the North West Province
(2015)
The use of drugs is not without the risk of possible adverse drug reactions (ADRs). Information about ADRs is limited due to the short time frame and limited population groups in clinical trials. Pharmacovigilance is the ...
Consumers' preferences for private and national brand food products
(North-West University, 2010)
Introduction: The importance of brands and the competition between private and national brands in different food categories increased in recent years. According to literature, except for packaging and price, there is ...
A critical analysis of the quality of EIA reports for filling stations in South Africa
(North-West University, 2012)
In order to make decisions to approve filling stations, an environmental impact assessment (EIA) needs to be conducted and evaluated by the competent authority. Although numerous filling stations have been authorised for ...