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Making Sense Of Big (Kinematic) Data: A Comprehensive Analysis Of Movement Parameters In A Diverse Population, Naomi Wilma Nunis

University of the Pacific Theses and Dissertations

OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this study was to determine how kinematic, big data can be evaluated using computational, comprehensive analysis of movement parameters in a diverse population.

METHODS

Retrospective data was collected, cleaned, and reviewed for further analysis of biomechanical movement in an active population using 3D collinear resistance loads. The active sample of the population involved in the study ranged from age 7 to 82 years old and respectively identified as active in 13 different sports. Moreover, a series of exercises were conducted by each participant across multiple sessions. Exercises were measured and recorded based on 6 distinct biometric …

In Silico And In Vitro Studies On Inclusion Complex Of 8-Bromobaicalein With Beta-Cyclodextrins, Noriyuki Yasuda

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Baicalein (5,6,7-trihydroxyflavone), an active compound derived from Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi, exhibits notable anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and anticancer properties. 8-bromobaicalein (BB), a derivative of baicalein, possesses even stronger cytotoxic activity against MCF-7 human breast cancer cell lines. However, its low water solubility limits its use for further applications. In this study, we investigated βCD and its derivatives (hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin (HPβCD) and 2,6-di-O-methyl-β-cyclodextrin (DMβCD)) for their ability to improve the solubility of BB through inclusion complexation. From molecular dynamics simulations and MM/GBSA-based and SIE-based binding free energy calculations, we determined that DMβCD exhibited the highest efficacy as a host molecule for the inclusion complexation …

Bioactive Compounds From Holy Basil (Ocimum Tenuiflorum L.) Against Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme2 (Ace2), Sirinat Chalkual

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The present study aimed to discover bioactive compounds 3 types of holy basil and clove basil that could inhibit SARS-CoV-2 binding to the Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 receptors (ACE2) and prohibiting the virus from penetrating into the host cells. The leaves and stem of 3 types of holy basils and clove basil were extracted separately through steam-distillation, liquid-liquid extraction and column chromatography and all extracts were characterized by GC/MS and NMR spectrometry and examied their ACE2 inhibitory activity. Essential oils and water phase of red holy basil showed the highest inhibition with IC50 values of 0.026 and IC50 0.310 microgram per …

Identification And Characterization Of Bacteriophages For Phage Cocktail Formulation Specific To Uropathogenic Escherichia Coli, Pattida Kongsomboonchoke

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are commonly found in elderlies, infants, hospitalized patients, and most women. UTIs are caused by a variety of pathogens with uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC) is mostly prevalence. Even though UPEC can be treated with several antibiotics, the rapid emergence of multidrug resistant (MDR)-UPEC renders the antibiotic treatment no longer successful. Therapy using phages, which are bacterial viruses, has been considered but it is limited by bacterial resistance that develops during evolution. Fortunately, the suppression of phage resistance can be improved when used several phages as a cocktail. Here, I aim to formulate an efficient phage cocktail …

Label-Free Electrochemical Immunosensor For Simultaneous Detection Of Norfloxacin And Enrofloxacin, Kittima Chomthong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Electrochemical immunosensors for the simultaneous detection of antibiotics have been of interest and have been reported previously. However, those methods still require difficult labeling for the reporting of electrochemical signals. This research aimed to develop a novel label-free electrochemical immunosensor with an origami paper-based analytical device (oPAD) for the simultaneous detection of quinolone antibiotics. Norfloxacin (Nor) and Enrofloxacin (Enr) are among the quinolone antibiotics, and they are used as models to study antibiotic detection. Nor and Enr antibodies were immobilized separately onto the functionalized oPAD. Thionine and ferrocenecarboxylic acid were coated onto the redox species area to detect Nor and …

Development Of Hamper Pad On Lateral Flow Immunoassay For Sensitivity Improvement Of Carbendazim Detection, Pumnatthiga Makkala

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Carbendazim (CBZ) is a fungicide that effectively controls fungal diseases like sheath blight, leaf spot, powdery mildew, and pythium root rot in agricultural products. However, CBZ can be a left residue in food and the environment that can affect human health and cause various diseases. Currently, lateral flow immunoassays (LFIAs) are commonly used for measuring and screening diseases or substances; they are low-cost and easily portable. Nevertheless, conventional LFIA methods have a drawback: low detection sensitivity. Structural improvement of LFIAs has been studied to enhance detection sensitivity. In this study, a hamper pad was fabricated using a nitrocellulose membrane coated …

Decolorization Of Remazol Brilliant Blue R With Immobilized Laccase In Spent Coffee Ground Biochar, Indah Puji Lestari

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The amount of recalcitrant compound such as synthetic dye can be a threat to sustainability of the environment. Biocatalytic treatment using oxidoreductase enzyme such as laccase has been considered as environmentally benign method. However, the enzyme has some limitations for the applications especially the reusability and stability which required the enzyme to be immobilized to overcome the limits. In this study the laccase, one of oxidoreductase enzyme produced from Megasporoporia sp., was immobilized into spent coffee ground biochar with alkali modification. The spent coffee ground itself has huge source since it was discharge as a waste from one of the …

Antioxidant And Anticancer Activities Of Polysaccharide Extracted From White-Rot Fungus Trametes Polyzona Cu07, Budi Kurniawan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Over the last decade, fungal polysaccharides have gained interest for their therapeutic activity as anticancer agent. This research aimed to investigate a newly isolated Trametes polyzona CU07 for its anticancer and antioxidant activity. CTPPs, an obtained crude polysaccharides of T. polyzona were extracted by hot water from its mycelia. Subsequently, the extract was analysed its chemical properties. Scavenging activity on ABTS and DPPH was evaluated for antioxidant performance. Furthermore, the anticancer activity was evaluated by performing the inhibitory effects, proliferation, apoptosis induction and colony formation assay. MCF-7 cell line and triple negative breast cancer (MDA-MB-231 and MDA-MB-468) were used as …

Electrochemical Dna Super-Sandwich Biosensor For Porcine Dna Adulteration Detection In Foods, Vasita Lapeee

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Amid increasing concerns over meat adulteration and mislabeling, which impact consumer trust, especially among people who are forbidden from consuming certain meats due to religious, cultural, and health reasons, there is a need for reliable detection methods. Although standard methods for genetic material detection, such as DNA amplification, offer high sensitivity, they also present limitations in terms of cost, instrument complexity, and lengthy detection times. Addressing these limitations, this thesis focuses on developing an electrochemical DNA sensor for detecting porcine DNA contamination in food without prior DNA amplification. The proposed method is straightforward, rapid, and cost-effective. The detection process involves …

Antioxidant And Anticancer Activities Of Mushroom Phellinus Linteus And Khaao-Yen-Nuea Smilax Sp. Extract Mixture, Alvi Jauharotus Syukriya

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Recently, a number of alternative source including the bioactive compounds from plant and fungi are necessary to explore as therapeutic against cancer. This study aims to investigated the antioxidant and anticancer activities of Smilax sp. and Phellinus linteus (P. linteus) crude extract individually, also their mixture ratio variation including combination 1 (Smilax sp. 50%: P. linteus 50%), combination 2 (Smilax sp. 25%: P. linteus 75%), and combination 3 (Smilax sp. 75%: P. linteus 25%). The individually extract and its mixtures were investigated the physiochemical characterization such as total phenolic content and total polysaccharide compound. Furthermore, the antioxidant activities of extracted …

Liquid Waste Treatment For Sustainable Tapioca Industry: A Comparison Between Biogas And Liquid Sugar, Lilik Sulistyowati, Novi Andareswari, Rifqi Rahmat Hidayatullah, Nurul Amri Komarudin, Yuni Yolanda

ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development

There have been many studies examining the processing of tapioca wastewater. However, most studies have only researched at a laboratory scale without considering whether the treatment is appropriate. The study's purpose is to compare the processing technology of biogas and liquid sugar using technical, environmental, social, and cost-benefit analysis criteria to determine the appropriate technology to be applied. Literature study, observation, and interviews were used to determine the characteristics of each criterion. Cost-benefit analysis is calculated using the R/C Ratio. Furthermore, priority determination is carried out using the Exponential Comparison Method (MPE) using assessments from environmental and industrial experts on …

Integrative Big Transcriptomics Data Analysis Implicates Crucial Role Of Muc13 In Pancreatic Cancer, Anupam Dhasmana, Swati Dhasmana, Shivangi Agarwal, Sheema Khan, Shafiul Haque, Meena Jaggi, Murali M. Yallapu, Subhash C. Chauhan

School of Medicine Publications

Big data analysis holds a considerable influence on several aspects of biomedical health science. It permits healthcare providers to gain insights from large and complex datasets, leading to improvements in the understanding, diagnosis, medication, and restraint of pathological conditions including cancer. The incidences of pancreatic cancer (PanCa) are sharply rising, and it will become the second leading cause of cancer related deaths by 2030. Various traditional biomarkers are currently in use but are not optimal in sensitivity and specificity. Herein, we determine the role of a new transmembrane glycoprotein, MUC13, as a potential biomarker of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) …

Assessing The Biocatalytic Promiscuity Of Pep- Transformations For Geminal-Difluorination, Eloy Jose Torres Garcia

Theses and Dissertations (Comprehensive)

Fluorine is the most electronegative chemical element and can drastically change molecular properties, such as drug pharmacokinetics and agrochemical half-life. Although a great deal of progress is occurring in synthetic methods to access various organofluorines, these methods struggle with harsh conditions and limited substrate scope. Biocatalytic approaches offer the potential to access organofluorines that are difficult or impossible with the current methodology. Phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP) is a central metabolite and biosynthetic precursor for diverse molecules. Phosphoenol pyruvate mutase (Ppm) catalyses the interconversion of Phosphonopyruvate (PnPy) to Phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP). This research successfully expressed and …

On Evaluation Of The Indian Standard Topography Factor For Design Wind Speed On Escarpments, Abdul Haseeb Wani, Rajendra Kumar Varma, Ashok Kumar Ahuja

ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development

Standards on wind loads of various countries give wind loading map of respective country in which basic wind speeds are mentioned. Design wind speeds for designing buildings and other structures are evaluated by the structural designers from these basic wind speed values by incorporating many factors. One of these factors taken into consideration is for the local topography effect such as escarpments and hills. Standards on wind loads including Indian Standard give certain recommendations for the same. However, the steps involved in evaluating relevant modification factor for local topography as given in Indian Standard on Wind Loads are many. An …

Application Of Rule Learner Classifier For Studying Bioethanol Fuelled Spark Ignition Engine Out Emissions And Classification, D Y Dhande Mr., D P Gaikwad Mr, C S Choudhari

ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development

In this paper, preparation of ethanol from waste pomegranate fruit using fermentation and distillation method have discussed. The spark ignition engine out emissions were tested at various operating speeds using four different ethanol blends. Experimental results showed that the ethanol mixing in pure Gasoline increases quality of engine out emissions except Nitrogen Oxides. The 15% ethanol blend and 1500 rpm engine speed were found as optimal input values providing enhanced performance. Based on the experimental results, training datasets were prepared in which emission characteristics of engine were mapped with engine speed and ethanol combination with petrol. These datasets are used …

Disintegration Evaluation Of Mudrock Fragment Through Wet-Dry Cycle By Quantitative Indices, Misbahudin Misbahudin, Dian Yesy Fatimah, Elfarino Trizani

ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development

The disintegration of mudrock during moisture content change caused severe cases in several engineering works in Indonesia. One interesting site is Hambalang, Bogor Regency, West Java Province. The wetting and drying cycle is the easiest and fastest test to evaluate disintegration. After undergoing the process, samples of mudrocks disintegrate into smaller fragments. This paper evaluated the characteristics of the slaked material of mudrock by quantitative indices. The mudrock evaluated in this study underwent rapid disintegration in a short period, indicated by megascopic description and quantitative indices. In addition, evolutionary disintegration up to eight cycles has the same characteristics as the …

Deep Learning-Based Technique For The Perception Of The Cervical Cancer, Aya Haraz, Hossam El-Din Moustafa, Abeer Twakol Khaleel, Ahmed H. Eltanboly

Mansoura Engineering Journal

In third-world countries, cervical cancer is the most prevalent and leading cause of death. It is affected by a variety of factors, including smoking, poor nutritional status, immunological inadequacy, and prolonged use of contraception. The Pap smear test, which is intended to prevent cervical cancer, finds preneoplastic changes in cervical epithelial cells. This study framework classified cervical cancer cells from Pap smears into five specified cell types using machine learning-based classification algorithms. The SIPaKMeD database is used in this investigation. This public dataset, which was manually cropped from 966 cluster cell images taken from Pap smear slides, has 4045 isolated …

The Investigation Of Novel Bovine Oocyte-Specific Long Non-Coding Rnas And Their Roles In Oocyte Maturation And Early Embryonic Development, Jaelyn Zoe Current

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

Early embryonic loss is a significant factor in livestock species' infertility, resulting in an economic deficit. In cattle, the in vivo fertilization rate is ~90%, with an average calving rate of about 55%, indicating an embryonic-fetal mortality rate of roughly 35%. Further, 70-80% of total embryonic loss in cattle occurs during the first three weeks after insemination, particularly between days 7-16. Growing evidence indicates that the oocyte plays an active role in regulating critical aspects of the reproductive process required for successful fertilization, embryo development, and pregnancy. However, defining oocyte quality remains enigmatic. Recently, many have abandoned the notion that …

Extension Of The Ergot Alkaloid Gene Cluster, Samantha Joy Fabian

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

Specialized metabolites produced by fungi impact human health. A large portion of the pharmaceuticals currently on the market are derived from metabolites biosynthesized by microbes. Ergot alkaloids are a class of fungal metabolites that are important in the interactions of environmental fungi with insects and mammals and also are used in the production of pharmaceuticals. In animals, ergot alkaloids can act as partial agonists or antagonists at receptors for 5-hydroxytryptamine (serotonin), dopamine, and noradrenaline as ergot alkaloids have chemical structures similar to those neurotransmitters. Therefore, they affect insects and mammals that consume them and can be used to produce drugs …

Effects Of The Otx2ecr2 Enhancer & Prox1 Overexpression In Murine Retina Development, Erick J. Subillaga

Dissertations and Theses

There is a large subset of retinal progenitor cells that upregulate the OTX2 gene in the developing retina of the mouse. OTX2 is a homeobox transcription factor important for the development of photoreceptors and bipolar cells. If OTX2 is knocked out, photoreceptors and bipolar cells fail to differentiate. In order for OTX2 to be activated in certain retinal populations, it requires the activity of an enhancer called OTX2ECR2. Past studies demonstrated that retinal progenitor cells that had activity of OTX2ECR2 turned into horizontal cells, which require OTX2 for cell genesis and survival, and photoreceptors which require OTX2 for cell …