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The Effects of Metolachlor Exposure in THP-1 Alveolar and Monocyte and Macrophage Cellular Functions
Award Winner
Recipient of the 8th Annual Graduate Student Symposium Award, Oral Presentations, Presidential Room - First Place (2015)
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Presentation Type
Open Access Oral Presentation
Keywords
Metolachlor--Physiological effect;
Abstract
The goal of this study is to examine and analyze the effects of a widely used herbicide, Metolachlor, on the normal functions and processes of human alveolar monocytes and macrophages. Specifically, it will examine the functions of phagocytosis, apoptosis and the production reactive oxygen species within these cells.
Start Date
1-4-2015 2:00 PM
End Date
1-4-2015 4:00 PM
Year of Award
2015 Award
Faculty Advisor
David McClenahan
Department
Department of Biology
Copyright
© 2015 Jared Parmater
File Format
application/pdf
Embargo Date
3-15-2015
The Effects of Metolachlor Exposure in THP-1 Alveolar and Monocyte and Macrophage Cellular Functions
The goal of this study is to examine and analyze the effects of a widely used herbicide, Metolachlor, on the normal functions and processes of human alveolar monocytes and macrophages. Specifically, it will examine the functions of phagocytosis, apoptosis and the production reactive oxygen species within these cells.
