Browsing Science (Faculty of) by Subject "ultraviolet radiation"
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Application and assessment of multi-wavelength measurements of variable chlorophyll a fluorescence for analysis of irradiance stress, physiological state and community composition in freshwater phytoplankton
(University of Waterloo, 2018-04-24)Phytoplankton are a diverse group of organisms of fundamental importance in aquatic ecosystems. Exposure to high levels of photosynthetically active and ultraviolet radiation (PAR and UVR) is unavoidable for most phytoplankton ... -
The combined effects of benzalkonium chloride and ultraviolet radiation on the bovine lens in vitro
(University of Waterloo, 2018-04-23)Purpose: To determine the combined effects of benzalkonium chloride (BAK) and ultraviolet radiation (UV) using the primary culture of intact bovine lenses. Methods: Abattoir-provided lenses were dissected from the eyes ... -
Toxicity of Ophthalmic Solutions, Benzalkonium Chloride and UV Radiation on Human Corneal Epithelial Cells in vitro
(University of Waterloo, 2015-06-12)The purpose of this work was to develop a sensitive in vitro method for ocular toxicity testing; and to use this method to assess the individual and combined effects of ophthalmic solutions, benzalkonium chloride (BAK), ...