Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering (TN-IKBM): Recent submissions
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Bioremediation of hydrocarbon contaminated soil; Exploring the viability for contaminated grounds and landfills in Norway
(Master thesis, 2023)The Norwegian approach to contaminated soil management typically involves excavation and transportation of soil to a landfill or redistribution within a construction site if the soil is moderately contaminated. Bioremediation, ... -
Glucocorticoid receptor in fish: assessing receptor binding, cellular and metabolic effects
(Master thesis, 2023)Various stressors, such as chemical exposure and starvation, can affect fish performance in aquatic environments. Among the chemicals detected in surface waters are synthetic glucocorticoids (GCs), which are pharmaceutical ... -
Combined Effect of Citric Acid and Polyphenol-Rich Grape Seed Extract towards Bioactive Smart Food Packaging Systems
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023-07)Alginate films (2% w·v−1) were prepared with varying concentrations (5–20% w/w) of citric acid and aqueous grape seed extract (GSE) filtrate (11.66 ± 1.32 g GAE/L) using the solvent-evaporation method. Crosslinking alginate ... -
Investigation of struvite crystallization within a fluidized bed reactor at IVAR SNJ Wastewater treatment plant
(Master thesis, 2023)This study investigates the struvite crystallization method for phosphorus recovery from IVAR SNJ wastewater treatment plant. The physicochemical properties of struvite, including its crystallization mechanics and the ... -
Review on Geopolymers as Wellbore Sealants: State of the Art Optimization for CO2 Exposure and Perspectives
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023-06)Wellbores used in underground production and storage activities, including carbon capture and storage (CCS), are typically sealed using sealants based on Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC). However, leakage along these seals ... -
Inflammatorisk tarmsykdom og vurdering av tarmmikrobiota.
(Bachelor thesis, 2023)Inflammatorisk tarmsykdom (IBD) er en utbredt sykdom, spesielt i den vestlige verden. IBD klassifiseres normalt under to sykdommer; ulcerøs kolitt (UC) og Crohns sykdom (CD). Årsaken til IBD er ennå ikke kjent, men det er ... -
Sublethal effects of carbamazepine in zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos
(Bachelor thesis, 2023)Pharmaceuticals are produced and used in very large volumes and their use and diversity is increasing every year. The presence of pharmaceuticals in aquatic systems is recognized as a widespread problem and monitoring these ... -
Analyzing Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy Data
(Bachelor thesis, 2023)Magnetic resonance (MR) spectroscopy (MRS) modalities provide non-invasive and non-ionization in vivo imaging tools for preclinical and clinical examinations. Brain examinations’ standard clinical MR protocols comprise ... -
A review of metal recovery from E-waste using current microbial technologies
(Master thesis, 2023)With the increasing demand for metals in many industries, there is a growing need for improved methods of metal recovery. For the management of electronic waste (E-waste), numerous studies have been conducted on extracting ... -
Investigating Biochar as potential remediator of Ciprofloxacin in hospital wastewater
(Bachelor thesis, 2023)This thesis investigates the potential for the cheap, easy-to-produce adsorbent Biochar for use as a remediator of the antibiotic Ciprofloxacin, which is known to pollute bodies of water especially downstream from hospitals ... -
Metformin's Influence on Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Metabolism and Chemotherapy Response
(Master thesis, 2023)Pancreatic cancer is a highly lethal disease with a 5-year survival rate of approximately 10%. One of the primary reasons for its lethality is the prevalence of chemoresistance. Several studies have found Oxidative ... -
A Bioprinting Workflow for Live Cell Imaging and Mechanical Testing
(Master thesis, 2023)Bioprinting, an emergent field bridging biology, chemistry and 3D printing technology offers to researchers innovative solutions to progress the study of tissue engineering, drug testing and cellular studies. This thesis ... -
Determination of eleven steroid hormones and bioavailable testosterone in human serum using salting-out assisted liquid-liquid extraction with UHPLC-MS/MS
(Master thesis, 2023)Steroid hormones are essential in various biological roles such as the regulation of sexual maturation, fertility, bone and muscle growth, stress-mediated responses, and inflammation, to name a few examples. Impaired ... -
Effekt av CCCP, rotenon og oligomycin på pankreaskreftcellelinje HPAF-II
(Bachelor thesis, 2023)This bachelor thesis focuses on pancreatic cancer cells, HPAF-II, and their response to treatment with mitochondrial inhibitors such us CCCP, Rotenone and oligomycin. To assess the cell response after treatment with CCCP, ... -
Synthesis of an Alleged Byproduct Precursor in Iodixanol Preparation
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018-07)N1,N3-Bis(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-2,4,6-triiodo-5-(N-(oxiran-2-ylmethyl)acetamido)isophthalamide (1), the alleged precursor of several minor byproducts formed when the X-ray contrast agent iodixanol is synthesized from ... -
New processing methods for food with mild preservation.
(Master thesis, 2023)The pathogenicity of spore-forming bacteria such as Bacillus cereus has become a global food safety concern. Unlike sterilization, bacillus spores can survive pasteurization temperatures. Conventional thermal treatments ... -
Regiospecific Photochemical Synthesis of Methylchrysenes
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022-12)Methylated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are suspected to be some of the toxic compounds in crude oil towards marine life and are needed as single compounds for environmental studies. 1-, 3- and 6-methylchrysene ... -
Gjenvinning og separering av kritiske metaller for bruk av ren energi
(Bachelor thesis, 2023)Økningen i etterspørsel og tilbud av kritiske metaller for rene energiapplikasjoner har ført til en betydelig interesse for utvikling av bærekraftige og effektive teknologier for gjenvinning og separasjon av kritiske ... -
Undersøkelse av Bidraget fra Lymfe Endotelceller til in vitro 3D Sprouting av Blod Epitelceller
(Bachelor thesis, 2023)The interrelationship between angiogenesis and lymphangiogenesis is inadequately researched. Endothelial cells are key role players in both processes of vascular formations. The purpose of this project was to use in vitro ... -
Adsorpsjon av per- og polyfluoroalkyler (PFAS) fra vann.
(Bachelor thesis, 2023)PFAS-forbindelser er mye brukt i brannslokkingsskum, non-stick panner, vanntette klær, og mange andre ting som brukes i det vanlige livet. PFAS er karbonkjeder minst én eller alle hydrogener er substituert med et fluoridatom. ...