Master i næringsrettet bioteknologi / Master of applied and commercial biotechnology M2NRBIOTEK
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Studies of sperm protamine deficiency in relation to puberty
(Master thesis, 2025)Pig breeding is a crucial perspective of the livestock field, advancing improvement in genetics and higher animal production. In recent years, genomic selection has developed as the method of choice when it comes to the ... -
Removal of Antibiotic Resistance Genes (ARGs) and Opportunistic Pathogens from Wastewater Using Membrane Filtration Technology
(Master thesis, 2024)The widespread presence of antibiotic-resistance genes (ARGs) and opportunistic pathogens/antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) in wastewater has emerged as a serious threat to human health and the environment. This study ... -
Optimizing Host Depletion and Bacterial DNA Enrichment for Rapid Detection of Pathogens and Antimicrobial Resistance in Urine using Nanopore Sequencing
(Master thesis, 2024)Abstract Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are widespread bacterial infections, affecting over 400 million people globally and causing approximately 237,000 deaths. UTIs account for 15-20% of all antibiotics prescribed in ... -
Micro-Biogas Digestors: Creating a positive environmental impact
(Master thesis, 2023)A multinational agriculture corporation seeks to expand its operations. The fundamental purpose of our study would be to assess the various benefits and drawbacks of either manufacturing or distributing, which could be an ... -
From Lab to Market: A Study on Commercializing A Novel Genomic Solution for Mastitis Diagnosis and Antimicrobial Resistance Control.
(Master thesis, 2024)Bovine mastitis is a major issue in dairy herds because it has a considerable financial impact. Therefore, it is important to quickly and accurately diagnose it in order to prevent financial loss, safeguard milk quality, ... -
Design and construction of cloning vectors to improve CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing efficiency in potato
(Master thesis, 2024)Abstract Potatoes are beneficial for ensuring global food security and CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technology can be used to improve numerous potato traits. This technology employs a single guide RNA (sgRNA) to direct the ... -
Liquid Array Diagnostics Technology for SARS-CoV-2 variant detection
(Master thesis, 2024)Dette prosjektet tar sikte på å møte etterspørselen etter nøyaktig diagnostikk og terapier for SARS-CoV-2 ved å lage en multipleksanalyse som bruker Liquid Array Diagnostics (LAD) teknologi. Analysen bruker SNP-genotyping ... -
Gene expression profiles of phosphorus-accumulating ppk1 gene in an EBPR system
(Master thesis, 2024)The effluent from industries and urbanization contains phosphorus, which pollutes water bodies and depletes phosphorus sources. To address this problem, the Hias method is considered an advanced and effective technique for ... -
"Genetic and epigenetic analyses of Scots pine of divergent origin, sowed Swedish seed vs. wind-blown Norwegian seed in two fire-cleared and two logged forests"
(Master thesis, 2024)Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) is the most widely distributed pine species across Eurasia and is a vital genetic resource in Norway with a widespread geographic range. It is one of the most suitable and best pioneer ... -
Levels of BDNF, Pro-BDNF, Leptin and Adiponectin in inpatients with severe mental disorders: A cross-sectional cohort study
(Master thesis, 2024)Nevroner og dens dysregulering er knyttet til mentale lidelser. Hjerne-avledet nevrotrofisk faktor (BDNF) spiller en nøkkelrolle i nevronal utvikling, overlevelse og i å forbedre synaptisk plastisitet, mens forløperen ... -
Optimization of intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) on bovine oocytes Subtitle - Evaluating the effect of dithiothreitol and glutathione on decondensation of bovine spermatozoa
(Master thesis, 2024)Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is an important reproductive technology that passes over some crucial steps of the fertilization process like capacitation, acrosomal reaction, and membrane fusion. The inadequacy ... -
Feasibility study and initial business plan to introduce pharmacy vending machines in the Norwegian healthcare system.
(Master thesis, 2024)The introduction of pharmacy vending machines would be an innovative concept within the Norwegian healthcare system. This product concept would operate around the clock for the whole year and offer more convenient means ... -
The influence of cryoprotectants on bovine embryos.
(Master thesis, 2024)Cryoprotective agents (CPAs) are crucial for vitrification of e.g., oocytes and embryos, aiding in assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs). CPAs protect the cell when exposed to freezing temperatures of liquid nitrogen ... -
Exploring the impact of cryoprotective agents on bovine oocytes: A comprehensive investigation into lipid damage and its implications for cryopreservation success
(Master thesis, 2024)Cryopreservation has increased the possibilities in animal genetic breeding and reproduction technologies. In recent years, vitrification has emerged as a promising substitute for conventional cryopreservation techniques, ... -
Assessment of the enzymatic saccharification of poly-saccharides contained in spent mushroom substrate
(Master thesis, 2024)Spent mushroom substrate (SMS) is a leftover lignocellulosic biomass from mushroom cultivation that is rich in cellulose, hemicelluloses, lignin, and other biological components, making it a potential renewable resource ... -
Biomarker analysis of bull sperm cells by flow cytometry to define sperm health in relation to fertility
(Master thesis, 2024)Fertility in the cattle breeding industry is an important trait to select for, but has been neglected for many years, resulting in a worldwide decline of fertility in most breeds. The Norwegian Red breed on the other hand ... -
Bioethanol from Norwegian domesticated yeast (kveik): Exploring the high-temperature fermentation of cellulosic and hemicellulosic sugars from steam-exploded lignocellulose
(Master thesis, 2024)First-generation bioethanol is primarily produced from sugar-cane and starch feedstock, mainly in Brazil and the USA. However, these feedstocks directly impact the food chain, necessitating alternative sources for bioethanol ... -
Bioethanol Production in Kveik Yeast: Testing Usefulness of Farmhouse Brewing Yeast for Industrial use.
(Master thesis, 2024)Kveik yeast, a strain of S. cerevisiae originating from Norwegian brewing, exhibits thermotolerance, contributing to rapid fermentation within 24-48 hours, and can withstand stressful conditions. This thesis investigated ... -
Development of whole genome sequencing methodology for studying the genetic diversity of TBEV in Norway: prevalence estimation and improvement of the amplification methods for whole genome sequencing.
(Master thesis, 2024)The tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV), classified as an arbovirus within the Flavivirus genus, is responsible for tick-borne encephalitis. Ticks serve as main vector for TBEV. TBE is a serious disease condition in humans ... -
Boar sperm quality applying different preservation technologies
(Master thesis, 2024)Commercial pig producers use artificial insemination (AI) extensively for breeding purposes. Successful outcome of AI practices is thus extremely important. Several factors important for successful fertilization, healthy ...
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