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Immunology
Zhongliang Wang, Xueru Liang, Guiying Li, Bai Liufu, Kaiqi Lin, Jinfeng Li, Jing Wang, Bei Wang
Summary: The pearl oyster pf-C3 gene was characterized, showing similarities with homologs in terms of structural features and functional domains. Expression of pf-C3 mRNA was detected in various tissues, with significant induction in hemocytes following Vibrio alginolyticus challenge. Knockdown of pf-C3 resulted in reduced phagocytosis activity in vitro, indicating a potential role in immune responses.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Saeed Sadri, Arash Javanshir Khoei
Summary: This study investigated the interactive impacts of salinity changes and silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) exposure on rock oysters in the Oman sea. The results showed that exposure to 20-30 μg/l AgNPs at moderate salinity significantly increased hemocyte counts, phagocytosis, antioxidant enzyme activities, and immune-related gene expressions, while exposure to 10-30 μg/l AgNPs at low salinity led to significant decreases in these parameters.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Barbara Mikac, Alessandro Tarullo, Marina Antonia Colangelo, Marco Abbiati, Federica Costantini
Summary: The study revealed the endolithic parasitism of R. dubia in the shells of the Pacific oyster, potentially causing significant damage to the oysters and indicating a possibly widespread parasitic association. This association has been overlooked due to the scarce research on macrofauna associated with M. gigas.
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Emilie Realis-Doyelle, Julie Schwartz, Cedric Cabau, Lorane Le Franc, Benoit Bernay, Guillaume Riviere, Christophe Klopp, Pascal Favrel
Summary: The study revealed that the neuropeptides involved in the regulation of reproduction in the Pacific oyster are diverse, with novel neuropeptide precursors identified. These precursors show stage-specific expression across different reproductive stages, indicating their involvement in hormone control and metabolic regulation.
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Environmental Sciences
Xu Wang, Ping Li, Xuqian Cao, Bin Liu, Shuwen He, Zhihan Cao, Shaoying Xing, Ling Liu, Zhi-Hua Li
Summary: This study investigates the combined effects of tralopyril and ocean acidification on marine organisms and ecosystems. The results show that the combined toxicity is between that of acidification and tralopyril alone. Exposure activates stress responses, affects energy metabolism and biomineralization, and has an impact on marine carbon cycling.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Dimitrios K. Moutopoulos, Vasileios Minasidis, Athina Ziou, Alexandra S. Douligeri, George Katselis, John A. Theodorou
Summary: The study investigates consumers' attitudes towards the purchase and consumption of bivalves, specifically edible pearl oysters, in the Greek shellfish market. Results show that Greek consumers vary in their attitudes and preferences based on demographics and socio-economic characteristics. The majority of consumers choose traditional shellfish shops, prefer quality certification, and trust verification from veterinary authorities. These findings are valuable for decision makers in planning production and promoting bivalve consumption in Greece.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tejaswi Yarra, Mark Blaxter, Melody S. Clark
Summary: This study identified proteins likely involved in shell calcification by analyzing gene expression during repair in bivalve molluscs, expanding the number of candidate biomineralization proteins. The research also defines a minimal functional protein domain set required to produce solid microstructures from soluble calcium carbonate, with implications for molluscan shell evolution, environmental impacts on biomineralization, materials science, and biomimicry research.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2021)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Effrosyni Koutsouraki, Koukoulidis Theodoros, Georgiadou Eleni, Kalampouka Marianna, Nikolaidou Areti, Koukoulidou Ariadni, Michmizos Dimitrios
Summary: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic progressive disease affecting both the central nervous system (CNS) and autonomic nervous system (ANS), leading to a range of urological, sexual, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and thermoregulatory disorders as well as increased fatigue. The manifestations of ANS dysfunction in MS are often underestimated due to the non-specificity of symptoms and limited evaluation in clinical practice. The underlying mechanisms causing these disorders have yet to be fully investigated, hindering targeted etiological treatment. Early diagnosis and individualized treatment regimens, incorporating multiple approaches, have shown the best results in managing ANS dysfunction in MS patients.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Benedetta Russo, Marika Menduni, Patrizia Borboni, Fabiana Picconi, Simona Frontoni
Summary: This review discusses the role of the autonomic nervous system in obesity and insulin-resistance, highlighting the bi-directional effects of related mechanisms, and exploring the neural, hormonal, and nutritional mechanisms involved. Leptin is emphasized for its crucial role in appetite regulation, glucose homeostasis, and energy expenditure.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Cell Biology
Sarah Colon-Plaza, Tin Tin Su
Summary: This mini-review presents non-apoptotic roles of apoptotic caspases in cells, using examples observed in the nervous system of Drosophila melanogaster. It also discusses the mechanisms by which apoptotic caspase activity is constrained to provide non-lethal functions without causing cell death.
FRONTIERS IN CELL AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Immunology
Nuria R. de la Ballina, Francesco Maresca, Asuncion Cao, Antonio Villalba
Summary: Bivalve molluscs are ecologically successful and valuable commercial resources, with their immune defense function playing a crucial role in their success. Characterization of bivalve haemocyte subpopulations and their functional responses in immune reactions is essential for understanding the bivalve immune system. Studies often combine various assays to determine differences in immune-related activities and responses to stressors such as pathogens and pollution.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Developmental Biology
Aliia Murtazina, Igor Adameyko
Summary: The peripheral nervous system is a heterogeneous system with diverse functions, including communication between the brain and the body, control of development and regeneration. It can be divided into sensory, motor, autonomic and enteric domains. Recent advances in single-cell transcriptomics have revealed new neuronal subtypes and improved cell-type classifications. This article discusses the roles, origin and heterogeneity of the peripheral nervous system, highlighting recent discoveries and future perspectives.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bowen Jia, Jing Li, Yiting Song, Chengliang Luo
Summary: Ferroptosis is a form of iron-dependent regulated cell death characterized by iron-dependent lipid peroxidation and has been implicated in various diseases, including nervous system diseases and injuries. ACSL4, a member of the ACSLs family, is involved in the regulation of arachidonic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid, leading to ferroptosis. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of ACSL4-mediated ferroptosis will contribute to the development of new treatment strategies for these diseases or injuries.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Mei-Yu Xuan, Hyeong-Kyu Cho, Xiao-Yong Wang
Summary: The dumping of industrial waste oyster shells causes marine pollution and economic loss. Grinding and processing waste oyster shells into oyster shell powder (OSP) to substitute cement can reduce marine pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Adding OSP to cement and curing it with CO2 improves the compressive strength and electrical resistivity, indicating the potential of OSP as a replacement material for cement and a solution for greenhouse gas reduction.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Immunology
Marc Daeron
Summary: Progress in neuroimmunology has revealed the functional relationship between the nervous and immune systems. While they both have similar communication mechanisms and influence each other, they differ in anatomical structure, response to stimuli, and target of action. The close collaboration of these systems allows the organism to adapt and coexist with the environment and other organisms.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
M. C. Leal, C. Nunes, S. Kempf, A. Reis, T. L. da Silva, J. Serodio, D. F. R. Cleary, R. Calado
AQUACULTURE NUTRITION
(2013)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Ivey Ellis, Stephen C. Kempf
INVERTEBRATE BIOLOGY
(2011)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Shanna D. Hanes, Stephen C. Kempf
INVERTEBRATE BIOLOGY
(2013)
Article
Plant Sciences
Maria Mazzillo Mays, Stephen C. Kempf
JOURNAL OF PHYCOLOGY
(2014)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Stephen C. Kempf
MICROSCOPY RESEARCH AND TECHNIQUE
(2008)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Louise R. Page, S. C. Kempf
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
SH Kim, TS Huang, TA Seymour, CI Wei, SC Kempf, CR Bridgman, D Momcilovic, RA Clemens, HJ An
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION
(2005)
Article
Biology
SC Kempf, LR Page
BIOLOGICAL BULLETIN
(2005)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
SH Kim, TS Huang, TA Seymour, CI Wei, SC Kempf, CR Bridgman, RA Clemens, HJ An
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2004)
Article
Biology
AM Estes, SC Kempf, RP Henry
BIOLOGICAL BULLETIN
(2003)
Article
Biology
TS Wakefield, SC Kempf
BIOLOGICAL BULLETIN
(2001)
Article
Biology
TS Wakefield, MA Farmer, SC Kempf
BIOLOGICAL BULLETIN
(2000)
Article
Biology
EM Leise, SC Kempf, NR Durham, DJ Gifondorwa
ACTA BIOLOGICA HUNGARICA
(2004)