Acta Universitatis Lodziensis. Folia Biologica et Oecologica: Ostatnio dodane
Wyświetlanie pozycji 41-60 z 171
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The striped field mouse (Apodemus agrarius) as a host of fleas (Siphonaptera) and tapeworms (Cestoda) in suburban environment of Lublin (eastern Poland)
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2019-12-30)The striped field mouse, Apodemus agrarius, is one of the most abundant species among small rodents in Poland. It occurs commonly across the whole country inhabiting diverse ecological niches as meadows, farmlands, enclaves ... -
Virological aspects of non-human primates or swine-to human xenotransplantation
(Lodz University Press, 2019-02-01)There are a number of human diseases, which can lead to organ failure. The consequence is often the need for a transplant. The number of performed operations is very low due to the shortage of organs for transplantation. ... -
The spread of alien species along the touristic routes of the Słowiński National Park
; ; Pruszkowska-Przybylska, Paulina
; (Lodz University Press, 2019-02-01)
Touristic routes have a great meaning for the spread of alien species through the protected areas like national parks. The aim of the study was to assess the spread of the chosen species along the different kinds of touristic ... -
The use of in vitro assays for the assessment of cytotoxicity on the example of MTT test
(Lodz University Press, 2019-02-01)In recent years, biological tests have been developed based on cell cultures and successfully used to the hygienic assess of a variety of samples. In vitro assays become the complement of conventional chemical methods. ... -
Biodegradation of 3,5-dinitrosalicylic acid by Phanerochaete chrysosporium
(Lodz University Press, 2019-02-01)Despite intensive efforts put on prevention of environment pollution by nitroaromatic compounds, these xenobiotics have not been eliminated from the biosphere. The physicochemical properties make nitroaromatics extremely ... -
Understanding cannabinoid receptors: structure and function
(Lodz University Press, 2019-02-01)The endocannabinoid system (ECS) consists of the endocannabinoids, cannabinoid receptors and the enzymes that synthesize and degrade endocannabinoids. The whole EC system plays an important role in the proper functioning ... -
Conditional probability of the daily minimum temperature in certain types of circulation on a seasonal basis in the Zywiec Valley in Southern Poland
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2017-12-29)Air minimum temperature is very important for the natural environment and human activity. This paper presents certain aspects related to the variability of daily minimum temperature of air in the winter (XII, I, II) in the ... -
The characterization of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), its role in cancerogenesis and cardiovascular system diseases and possibilities of using this cytokine as a molecular marker
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2017-12-29)The inflammatory process is directly associated with secretion of cytokines, e.g. tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α). This molecule is one of the 22 proteins which belong to TNF family and is secreted mainly by: macrophages, ... -
Optimization of flotation assay conditions for syndapin binding to phosphatidic acid containing liposomes
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2017-12-29)Flotation is one of the best method for preliminary identification of protein-lipid interactions. In most widely used approach it utilizes large unilamellar vesicles, that are excellent models of freestanding membranes and ... -
The role of the Amyloid Precursor Protein mutations and PERK-dependent signaling pathways in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2017-02-07)Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a highly complex, progressive, age-related neurodegenerative human disease entity. The genetic basis of AD is strictly connected with occurrence of mutations in Amyloid Precursor (APP) gene on ... -
Adipose-derived stem cells: a review of osteogenesis differentiation
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2017-02-07)Second part of manuscript based on osteogenesis differentiation of stem cells. Bones are highly regenerative organs but there are still many problems with therapy of large bone defects. Sometimes there is necessary to make ... -
Methods for eradication of the biofilms formed by opportunistic pathogens using novel techniques – A review
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2017-02-07)The inconvenient environmental conditions force microorganisms to colonize either abiotic surfaces or animal and plant tissues and, therefore, form more resistant structures – biofilms. The phenomenon of microbial adherence, ... -
Endocannabinoid system and anticancer properties of cannabinoids
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2017-02-07)Cannabinoids impact human body by binding to cannabinoids receptors (CB1 and CB2). The two main phytocannabinoids are Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC interacts with CB1 receptors occurring in central ... -
DNA methylation: gene expression regulation
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2017-02-07)Epigenetic modifications are responsible for the modulation of gene expression without affecting the nucleotide sequence. The observed changes in transcriptional activity of genes in tumor tissue compared to normal tissue, ... -
Erratum to: The possibilities of using data on national populations of fungal species to determine the Red List Category (based on the IUCN Criteria)
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Moulds in biodeterioration of technical materials
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2010)Moulds are microorganisms which play the key role in biodeterioration of technical materials which results from their physiological features and metabolism. Technical materials constitute the source of carbon and energy ... -
Plants on duty – phytotechnologies and phytoremediation at a glance
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2015-12-17)Phytotechnologies are plant based technologies of remediation and containment of pollutions. Many advantages of phytotechnologies such as control of water and biogeochemical cycles, positive impact on soil characteristics ... -
Ecological status assessment of lakes using macrophytes
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2015-12-17)Harmonisation of the laws of the Member States regarding the protection of the environment is one of the tasks of the European Union. Poland joined EU in 2004 and took on various commitments for the improvement of water ... -
The role of biogeochemical barriers in protecting aquatic ecosystems against pollution in agricultural environment
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2015-12-17)This review discusses the importance of ecotones with high plant diversity which are highly effective in retaining pollutants and waste. Biogeochemical barriers play a vital role in eliminating biogenic pollutants, pesticides ... -
Loliolide – the most ubiquitous lactone
(Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego, 2015-12-17)It is extremely interesting that this lactone also affects the behavior of ants as well as the development of certain plants (allelopathic activity). However, sometimes there are side effects as in the case of structural ...