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Physiological Responses to Jet Lag in Athletes: A Scoping Review of Performance and Recovery Implications Conré Rademan; Michelle van Wyk; Peet du Toit; Michael Kleynhans
University of Pretoria
Read abstract Oral PSSA2026-ABS-0002
Fructose consumption during gestation and lactation disrupt the brain insulin signaling and biomarkers for diabetes in adolescent offspring Zinhle Mvelase; Mluleki Luvuno; Musa V Mabandla
University of the Free State
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The role of thyroid hormones and adipokines in abnormal glucose tolerance due to β-cell dysfunction versus insulin resistance Danielle Gordon; Dr Annemarie Wentzel
North-West University
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Evaluation of Anthocleista grandiflora Gilg. aqueous leaf extract: Phytochemical profile, antioxidant properties, and antidiabetic activity in hyperglycaemia-induced C2C12 myotubes Simon Mwaringa Dena; Bridget Cebisile Langa; Abidemi Paul Kappo; Chinyerum Sylvia Opuwari
University of the Western Cape
Read abstract Oral Wyndham Competition Honours PSSA2026-ABS-0005
Sleep Architecture and Brain Plasticity: A Scoping Review on Slow Oscillations and Spindles in Memory Consolidation Chanté Du Preez
University of Pretoria
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The meat processing exposome in Africa: integrating traditional culinary practices, environmental co-exposures, and cancer prevention strategies Eugene Jamot Ndebia; Gabriel Kamsu
IYunivesithi Walter Sisulu
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Investigate the therapeutic potential of Moringa oleifera to reverse nyaope- systemic behavioural patterns Maatome M Sekhotha
University of Limpopo
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Galectin-9 Is Associated with β2-Microglobulin in African Patients with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Aviwe Ntsethe; Phiwayinkosi Vusi Dludla; Bongani Brian Nkambule
Nelson Mandela University
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Antidiabetic and Antioxidative Properties of Zinc (II)-cinnamic Acid Complex Chika Ifeanyi Chukwuma; Samson S. Mashele
Central University of Technology
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Vitamin D Metabolites Promote Oxidative Stress-Induced Apoptosis in HPV16-Positive SiHa Cervical Cancer Cells Hoi Ching Cherry; Sachin Bhoora; Esther Zhou; Sumari Marais; Tahir S. Pillay; Rivak Punchoo
University of Pretoria
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Physiological mechanisms and exercise performance outcomes in physically active females across the menstrual cycle: A scoping review protocol. Zanri van Heerden
University of Pretoria
Read abstract Oral Wyndham Competition Doctoral PSSA2026-ABS-0012
Retinal microvascular changes and systemic vascular dysfunction in preeclampsia: a case-control study Ebenezer Ackah; Benedicta Nkeh-Chungag; Constance Sewani-Rusike; Nonstikelelo Gubu-Ntaba; Charles Businge
iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu
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Age-related differences in the association between body roundness index and blood pressure: findings from the Ellisras Longitudinal Study Itani Baloyi; Tinashe Mutize; Rosina Nkwana; Kotsedi Monyeki; Perpetua Modjaji
University of Limpopo
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High-Altitude and/or Hypoxic Exposure and Cerebral Oxygenation in Healthy Adults: A Scoping Review of the cognitive and physical outcomes Madison Weidemann; Zanri van Heerden; Peet du Toit; Michael Kleynhans
University of Pretoria
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Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Paediatric Burn Survivors: A Scoping Review Thorina Davel-Marais
University of Pretoria
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Exercise-Induced Myokines and Brain Health: A Scoping Review of the Muscle-Brain Axis and Neurological Outcomes Michelle van Wyk; Conré Rademan; Prof P.J. du Toit; M.J. Kleynhans
University of Pretoria
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From Quiescence to Activation: CLEM-based evidence of Three-Dimensional Remodelling of Human Satellite Cells Following Exercise Michael Cowley; Janica Theron; Dr Celia Snyman; Prof Kathy Myburgh
Stellenbosch University
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MAPPING THE NEURAL MECHANISMS OF MINDFULNESS-BASED INTERVENTIONS FOR EMOTIONAL REGULATION Simone Vivier; Michael Kleynhans; Peet du Toit
University of Pretoria
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The (perceived) impact of reproductive hormones on metabolic outcomes in pre-clinical obesity research: much ado about nothing? Hanel Sadie-Van Gijsen; Sune Bester; Bongekile Skosana
Stellenbosch University
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LOW ENERGY AVAILABILITY: A SCOPING REVIEW ON THE PHYSIOLOGICAL AND PERFORMANCE-RELATED OUTCOMES IN FEMALE ADOLESCENT ATHLETES Kupferberg
University Of Pretoria
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The time-dependent cardiac inflammatory responses triggered by Group B Streptococcus in neonatal Sprague- Dawley rats Aurielle Louw; Lois Harden; Nobukhosi Twala; Khaalid Khan; Marnél Bouwer; Ashmeetha Manilall
University of the Witwatersrand
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INVESTIGATING DNA METHYLATION AS A REGULATORY MECHANISM IN HEPATIC SREBP2 EXPRESSION OF PUPS BORN TO PREGESTATIONAL PREDIABETIC DAMS: NEONATAL PROGRAMMING Lungile Sinazo Xesibe; Bongeka Mshengu; Andile Khathi; Phikelelani Ngubane
UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL
Read abstract Oral PSSA2026-ABS-0023
The short-term effect of Berchemia discolor supplementation on selected liver enzymes and haematological parameters in yearling goats Phumla P. Mpila; Michael M. Sekhotha; Tinashe Mutize
University of Limpopo
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Evaluation of a Ruthenium(II)-Uracil Schiff Base Complex on Selected Markers of Glucose Homeostasis in Diet-Induced Prediabetic Male Rats Zenele Chonco; Nompumelelo Anna-Cletta Gumede; Andile Khathi; Lindokuhle Mabuza-Mashaba
University of KwaZulu Natal
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