Nematomucin Antigen Expression Identification using Anti-Peptide Antibodies

Parasitic nematodes infect billions of humans and cost billions in crop damage. Their success may be due in part to surface protein alterations as the worm develops. Yet surface antigen expression on a molecular level is poorly understood. Using C. elegans as a model nematode, anti-peptide antibodies directed against peptide sequences derived from putative C. elegans surface protein genes were obtained. This project aims to better understand antigenic surface molecule expression using Western blotting. Antigenic surface proteins of mixed stage worms range from 35-52kDa

Promotion of Hospice and Homecare Programs in Thailand: A Framework for the Assessment of Costs and Benefits

Cancer is a leading cause of death in Thailand, yet the Mahavachiralongkorn Thanyaburi Cancer Center is the only facility utilizing hospice and homecare programs to address the needs of terminal cancer patients. Our project developed a Thai-specific patient quality of life survey to assess their program's benefits. Coupled with protocols to record and compile patient data, our project provided the Cancer Center with a framework for proving the value of their services and promoting them to the Thai medical community.