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    • A new approach to improving the control of type 1 diabetes 

      Pelzer, Ruaan (North-West University, 2006)
      Blood glucose management in Type 1 diabetes is crucial in preventing several diabetic complications. Blood glucose management is a complex task requiring diabetics too carefully administer the correct dosages of insulin ...
    • New concepts for managing diabetes mellitus 

      Keet, Fred (North-West University, 2003)
      Preface - Biotechnology is generally considered to be the wave of the future. To facilitate accurate and rapid development of medication and treatments, it is critical that we are able to simulate the human body. One section ...
    • A novel blood glucose characterisation system for type 1 diabetes 

      Van der Westhuizen, Johan Albert (North-West University, 2008)
      The correct administration of insulin is a constant challenge for type 1 diabetics. The correct insulin regime leads to fewer complications and an easier way of life. The amount of insulin administered must take into ...
    • Simulation of the human energy system 

      Botha, Cornelis Petrus (North-West University, 2002)
      Preface - Biotechnology is generally accepted to be the next economical wave of the future. In order to attain the many benefits associated with this growing industry simulation modelling techniques have to be implemented ...
    • Systems engineering investigation into the effects of different lifestyle factors on chronic diseases 

      Espach, Johanna Maria (North-West University, 2012)
      Background: Both coronary heart disease (CHD) and breast cancer (BC) are multifactorial diseases with complex aetiologies. Various research publications suggest that inflammation is the link between several chronic illnesses ...