Characterization and biological activity of antifungal compounds present in Breonadia salicina (Rubiaceae) leaves (original) (raw)

Un ni iv ve er rs si it ty y o of f P Pr re et to or ri ia a DEDICATION This work is dedicated to my daughter Dunisani Maashaba Mahlo and my parents Wilson and Maria Mahlo for their support throughout my studies. iii ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Supervisor Prof J. N Eloff for the advice, support and encouragement he gave me throughout my project. His office was always open to discuss my work, and his inputs and criticism were very helpful, especially during discussion of scientific papers. Thanks for your negative and positive comments, they have made me grow from strength to strength and realise that if I want to be a good scientist, I really need to work harder. Co-supervisor Dr LJ. McGaw, thanks for being a good listener and proof reading my thesis. There were time where things were falling apart and you gave me strength and make me understand the world of research.