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Molecular screening of the South African Indian population for BRCA1 and BRCA2 using high resolution melting analysis
(University of the Free State, 2016-01)English: The lifetime risk for developing breast cancer within the Indian population of South Africa is one in 17. Disease causing mutations in BRCA1/2 increase the risk of developing this disease by up to 80%. The main ... -
A molecular study of Mycoplasma gallisepticum field isolates from poultry in southern Africa
(University of the Free State, 2012-07)English: Mycoplasma gallisepticum (MG) is an economically important pathogen of poultry worldwide, causing chronic respiratory disease in both chickens and turkeys. Little research has been done to characterize the MG field ... -
A molecular study of the copper resistant genes in the microbial population of industrial bioreactors
(University of the Free State, 2009-05)Copper ions play an essential role in many biological systems but above optimum concentrations it exerts toxic effects. Some micro-organisms mediate the toxic effects of copper through resistance mechanisms the organisms ... -
A molecular systematic study of the genus Encephalartos
(University of the Free State, 2000-06)English: The extant cycads (Cycadophyta) are divided into three families, with 11 genera (Johnson 1959, Stevenson 1990), and at least 210 species (Stevenson et al. 1995). In this study a molecular systematic study was done ... -
Molecular taxonomy and mating type genes in Ceratocystis sensu stricto
(University of the Free State, 1999-01)English: Most species of Ceratocystis sensu stricto are virulent pathogens of a wide variety of plants. In the research presented in this thesis, I have developed a rapid and reliable PCR-based RFLP identification method ... -
The monitoring and evaluation of NPOs by the Department of Social Development Northern Cape
(University of the Free State, 2014-11)The primary objective of this study was to determine whether the Department of Social Development in the Northern Cape Province implemented effective monitoring and evaluation at Non-profit Organisations. The study was ... -
Monitoring and evaluation of the recruitment and selection practices in the Lesotho public service
(University of the Free State, 2017)The study examined the implementation of monitoring and evaluation of the Human Resources policies by the Lesotho Ministry of Public Service, specifically the Recruitment and Selection Policy. The Ministry of Public Service ... -
Monitoring of genetically modified food products in South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2010-12)English: Globally, South Africa is the eighth largest producer of GM crops and also imports GM food. In addition to the promise of increased agricultural production, the introduction of GM crops is also having an impact ... -
Monte Carlo evaluation of the dose perturbation effect of various hip prostheses during pelvic megavoltage photon radiotherapy
(University of the Free State, 2016-11)English: Introduction: Hip prostheses (HPs) are routinely used in hip augmentation surgery to replace painful or dysfunctional hip joints, especially in the elderly population. A number of patients with HPs are undergoing ... -
A Monte Carlo program for simulating segregation and diffusion utilizing chemical potential calculations
(University of the Free State, 2004)Bulk-to-surface segregation plays a major role in the engineering of alloy surfaces. An increase in surface sensitive analysis techniques in recent years have led to big advances in the engineering of surface properties. ... -
Monte Carlo simulation and characterisation of phase formation in Pt-based alloy thin films
(University of the Free State, 2010-06)English: From Icarus’ mythical flight to escape Crete to manned space flight to the moon, mankind’s dream to fly has impacted this world immensely. Technological advancements made in metallurgy and alloy development has ... -
A Monte Carlo simulation of the effect of a ZnO layer on the cathodoluminescence generated in a ZnS phosphor powder
(University of the Free State, 2001)English: Today Cathode ray tubes (CRTs) are the standard in display technology due to their good image quality, ease of manufacturing and economy. Unfortunately, these displays are bulky and have a high power consumption ... -
Monte Carlo study on megavolt x-ray therapy for development of suitable targets for the evaluation of nano particle dose enhancement
(University of the Free State, 2016-09)English: INTRODUCTION: Radiation dose enhancement with nanoparticles is a treatment technique involving the irradiation of tumour seeded with high atomic number (high Z) material. This work describes the generation of ... -
Moontlikhede en beperkinge van litteraturé engagée: Hans Magnus Enzensberger
(University of the Free State, 2003-11)English: The aim ofthis study is an inquiry into the phenomenon of "commitment" in literature - both in terms of its potential and limits to cause directly, or facilitate indirectly, changes within a specific socio-political ... -
Die moontlikheid van 'n konstruksie van verborge gebreke in vorderingsregte in die algemeen en aandele van 'n maatskappy in besonder
(University of the Free State, 1968-09)Afrikaans: Die aanspreeklikheid weens verborge gebreke in die verkoopte saak wat op 'nverkoper by die koopkontrak rus, is 'n beginsel wat al lank in ons reg erken en toegepas word. Dit is trouens ook 'n deel van ons ... -
The moral formation, pastoral leadership and contemporary Pentecostal/Charismatic Churches in Soweto
(University of the Free State, 2016-09)This study is a comprehensive investigation into moral formation of leaders among the Newer Pentecostal-Charismatic Churches (NPC). The NPCs are traditionally known to emphasise the importance of a transformed life (being ... -
Moraliteit as voorspeller van eensaamheid by adolessente: 'n kruis-kulturele studie
(University of the Free State, 2003-11)English: Loneliness is currently regarded as one of the most common and widespread problems experienced by human beings, and it is also observed as a painful, unpleasant and negative experience. The term loneliness might ... -
'n Morfologiese studie van die genus Acacia Miller in Suid-Afrika
(University of the Free State, 1971-07)English: The genus Acacia is an extensive one with representatives in Africa, America, Asia and Australia. When Bentham revised the subfamily Mimosoideae in 1875 he divided the taxon into six subgenera. All the South ... -
Morphing moonlight : gender, masks and carnival mayhem: the figure of Pierrot in Giraud, Ensor, Dowson and Beardsley
(University of the Free State, 2007)Pierrot’s snowy garments with their touch of black, the tragic, frozen mien of the mask above the baggy, over-large habit became a prevailing symbol of artistic expression during the fin de siècle. The silent white-masked ... -
Morpho-agronomical and molecular marker based genetic diversity analyses and quality evaluation of sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench] genotypes
(University of the Free State, 2003-05)English: Sorghum is the most important cereal crop providing food to millions of people in the world. It is well known for its adaptation to harsh environments, specifically to drought and heat stresses, which accounts ...