Browsing Doctoral Theses by Subject "Bacteria"

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Bacterial extracellular enzyme activity in a future ocean

Burrell, Timothy James (Victoria University of Wellington, 2015)

Heterotrophic bacteria are recognised as vital components in the cycling and regulation of inorganic and organic matter in the ocean. Research to date indicates that future changes in ocean conditions may influence bacterial ...
Identification of a meningococcal adhesin that inhibits epithelial cell migration

Greig, Gabrielle (Victoria University of Wellington, 2020)

Neisseria meningitidis virulence is polygenic, therefore comparing many genomes may not yield strictly disease-associated virulence factors. An alternative approach is comparing closely related isolates, such as those from ...