Article
Agronomy
Maira Ignacio Sarmento, Gloria Pinto, Wagner L. Araujo, Renata C. Silva, Carlos Henrique O. Lima, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Renato A. Sarmento
Summary: This study identified a new stage of gall development induced by the invasive gall wasp, and revealed differences in susceptibility among Eucalyptus clones. Additionally, plant defense mechanisms against L. invasa were activated before gall formation, indicating early stages of gall formation could be used to prevent invasion of this pest.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2021)
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Entomology
Leszek Stanislaw Jankiewicz, Marzenna Guzicka, Agnieszka Marasek-Ciolakowska
Summary: The study on the spangle gall induced by Neuroterus quercusbaccarum revealed unique structural features such as multicellular epidermal protuberances, sclerenchymatous capsule, and nutritive tissue composition. Growth of the gall is mainly driven by cell division, with nutrient-rich tissue accessible to young larvae.
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Cell Biology
Hany M. Elsheikha, Alaa T. Al-Sandaqchi, Mohammad S. R. Harun, Francesca Winterton, Ali Altharawi, Nashwa A. Elsaied, Carl W. Stevenson, William MacNaughtan, John G. M. Mina, Paul W. Denny, Gianfelice Cinque, Ka Lung Andrew Chan
Summary: This study used FTIR microspectroscopy and synchrotron-based FTIR microspectroscopy to analyze the chemical changes associated with T. gondii infection of hBMECs. The results showed that both methods were able to reveal the chemical alterations in the infected cells. Furthermore, RNA sequencing analysis revealed significant changes in host cell genes and pathways in response to T. gondii infection.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhuyang Zhao, Sha Yang, Liu Feng, Ligai Zhang, Jue Wang, Kai Chang, Ming Chen
Summary: The review provides an overview of the application of acoustofluidics in the separation of micro/nanoparticles, including its basic constitutions, mechanisms, materials, and various delicately designed devices.
ADVANCED MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
GeraldoWilson Fernandes, Armando Aguirre-Jaimes, Ximena Contreras-Varela, Eliezer Cocoletzi, Wesley Oliveira de Sousa, Lazaro Araujo, Barbara Nunes, Guillermo Angeles, Mauricio Quesada
Summary: In the Brazilian Cerrado, a weevil induces galls on the leaves of Croton antisyphiliticus, leading to an increased production of extrafloral nectaries on the gall surface. The study found differences in trichome and stomata structures between leaves and galls, with a higher density of trichomes on galls. The overproduction of glands on galls may potentially enhance plant defense against galling insects.
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Allergy
Wojciech Francuzik, Franziska Rueeff, Andrea Bauer, Maria Beatrice Bilo, Victoria Cardona, George Christoff, Sabine Doelle-Bierke, Luis Ensina, Montserrat Fernandez Rivas, Thomas Hawranek, Jonathan O'b Hourihane, Thilo Jakob, Nicos G. Papadopoulos, Claudia Pfoehler, Iwona Poziomkowska-Gesicka, Xavier Van der Brempt, Kathrin Scherer Hofmeier, Regina Treudler, Nicola Wagner, Bettina Wedi, Margitta Worm
Summary: The study evaluated the phenotype and risk factors of venom-induced anaphylaxis (VIA) using data from the European Anaphylaxis Registry. VIA more frequently involved multiple organ systems and was associated with cardiovascular symptoms, while the absence of skin symptoms during anaphylaxis was correlated with a higher risk of severe reactions. Patients with intermediate baseline serum tryptase levels and without skin involvement had a higher risk of severe VIA. Patients receiving beta-blockers or angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors had a higher risk of developing severe cardiovascular symptoms in VIA and non-VIA cases, where patients experiencing VIA received epinephrine less frequently than cases with non-VIA.
JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Linyi Zhang, Briley F. Mullin, Shihan Shzu, Charles K. Davis, Elaine G. Hu, Isaac J. Carroo, Scott P. Egan
Summary: Understanding the role of divergent host-use in promoting population differentiation among herbivorous insects provides valuable insight into the origin of diversity in this species-rich group. Our study documents parallel divergence in a key phenotype of gall-forming insects associated with different host environments, shedding light on the important role of divergent host use in driving the evolution of gall morphology.
ECOLOGICAL ENTOMOLOGY
(2022)
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Biology
Vinicius Coelho Kuster, Joao Custodio Fernandes Cardoso, Ana Silvia Franco Pinheiro Moreira, Rosy Mary dos Santos Isaias, Denis Coelho de Oliveira
Summary: This study evaluated oxidative stress, photochemical parameters, and pigment contents in four leaf galls caused by different galling insects on Aspidosperma spp. It was found that different galling systems have underlying mechanisms that impact gall tissues.
Article
Microbiology
Jin Jin, Jiani Wang, Ruyue Cheng, Yan Ren, Zhonghua Miao, Yating Luo, Qingqing Zhou, Yigui Xue, Xi Shen, Fang He, Haoming Tian
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the possible anti-obesity effects of orlistat and ezetimibe and determine the mechanism by which they alter the composition of gut microbiota and short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in mice with a high-fat diet (HFD)-induced obesity. The administration of orlistat and ezetimibe can characteristically influence the body weight and serum lipid metabolism, and glucolipid levels in diet-induced obese mice and is accompanied by significant changes in the gut microbiota and SCFAs.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biology
Tatsuyuki Matsudaira, Sosuke Nakano, Yusuke Konishi, Shimpei Kawamoto, Ken Uemura, Tamae Kondo, Koki Sakurai, Takaaki Ozawa, Takatoshi Hikida, Okiru Komine, Koji Yamanaka, Yuki Fujita, Toshihide Yamashita, Tomonori Matsumoto, Eiji Hara
Summary: Based on comprehensive investigations using single-cell transcriptome analysis and various mouse models, this study reveals that microglia, especially in the white matter, undergo cellular senescence in the central nervous system during aging and in neurodegenerative diseases. Disease-associated microglia are predominantly in a senescent state, which is also promoted by commensal bacteria during aging. Furthermore, knockout of p16(INK4a), a key inducer of senescence, improves the neuroinflammatory phenotype in damaged spinal cords in mice. These findings contribute to our understanding of the role of cellular senescence in the central nervous system and provide potential therapeutic targets for age-related neural disorders.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Fabiola Marino, Mariangela Scalise, Nadia Salerno, Luca Salerno, Claudia Molinaro, Donato Cappetta, Michele Torella, Marta Greco, Daniela Foti, Ferdinando C. Sasso, Pasquale Mastroroberto, Antonella De Angelis, Georgina M. Ellison-Hughes, Maurilio Sampaolesi, Marcello Rota, Francesco Rossi, Konrad Urbanek, Bernardo Nadal-Ginard, Daniele Torella, Eleonora Cianflone
Summary: Diabetes mellitus affects the biology of cardiac stem/progenitor cells, inhibiting their regenerative potential. By clearing senescent cells, the function of these cells can be restored, resulting in improved cardiac function in diabetic patients.
Article
Respiratory System
Jonathan O'Loughlin, Robert J. Hall, Sangita Bhaker, Michael A. Portelli, Amanda Henry, Vincent Pang, David O. Bates, Tyson Sharp, Ian Sayers
Summary: Increasing BMI-1 expression has been shown to delay cellular senescence in HBECs, promoting cell cycle progression and highlighting the flexible utility of B-HBECs as an important platform for studying airway epithelial mechanisms.
Article
Horticulture
Suhong Gao, Guona Zhou, Tianhua Sun, Jie Liu, Weiwei Kong, Haiyan Wu, Jiamin Gao, Changkuan Lu, Baojia Gao
Summary: The infestation of Apolygus lucorum affects the growth, physiological, and biochemical levels of Vitis vinifera L. 'Cabernet Sauvignon', leading to changes in plant height, leaf width, defense responses, defense enzymes, protease inhibitor, secondary metabolites, and chlorophyll levels. Additionally, the infestation results in a decrease in total sugar and protein in the leaves.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ahmed A. G. El-Shahawy
Summary: The study confirmed the cytotoxicity and apoptosis induction ability of the ternary nanocomposite on PC-3 cells, showing characteristics of different stages of apoptosis. Additionally, it revealed the key triggers of the intrinsic apoptotic pathway and laid the foundation for further research on tumor suppressor genes and cell cycle-related proteins.
JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL NANOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Antonio Benito Porcaro, Clara Cerrato, Alessandro Tafuri, Alberto Bianchi, Sebastian Gallina, Rossella Orlando, Nelia Amigoni, Riccardo Rizzetto, Alessandra Gozzo, Filippo Migliorini, Stefano Zecchini Antoniolli, Carmelo Monaco, Matteo Brunelli, Maria Angela Cerruto, Alessandro Antonelli
Summary: The study found an inverse correlation between ET levels and the risk of N > 1, indicating that as ET decreases, patients are more likely to have N > 1. Higher ET levels are protective against aggressive disease.
INTERNATIONAL UROLOGY AND NEPHROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Gracielle Pereira Pimenta Braganca, Bruno Garcia Ferreira, Rosy Mary dos Santos Isaias
Summary: The study tested three gall morphotypes induced by Cecidomyiidae on leaflets of Inga ingoides and found that different gall types exhibit differences in cytological and metabolic traits, as well as in the accumulation of primary metabolites. The presence of fungi influences the system but does not define exclusive features for specific gall types, with distinct cytological mechanisms identified for each gall type in terms of food resources availability.
Article
Ecology
Elaine C. Costa, Vitor C. Martini, Aline Souza-Silva, Jose P. Lemos-Filho, Denis C. Oliveira, Rosy M. S. Isaias
Summary: The success of galling insects in a shared microhabitat depends on the synchrony and asynchrony of their life cycles, as well as the availability of water potential and resources in the environment.
Article
Plant Sciences
Bruno G. Ferreira, Gilson R. P. Moreira, Rene G. S. Carneiro, Rosy M. S. Isaias
Summary: This study provides a detailed description of the morphogenetic changes induced by E. minutanus in the lateral buds of S. engleri. The stages of gall development are associated with the development of specific instars of E. minutanus.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nina de Castro Jorge, Lubia M. Guedes, Narciso Aguilera, Jose Becerra, Rosy Mary dos Santos Isaias
Summary: This study investigated the allelopathic potential of different gall morphotypes of Eremanthus erythropappus on Lactuca sativa seeds. It was found that the pentacyclic triterpenes in the extracts of non-galled stems and stem galls had a strong allelopathic effect on seed germination. The galling activity also led to the synthesis and accumulation of new compounds while inhibiting the synthesis of previous compounds.
BIOCHEMICAL SYSTEMATICS AND ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Elaine C. Costa, Mariana S. C. Freitas, Rene G. S. Carneiro, Denis C. Oliveira, Rosy M. S. Isaias
Summary: The super-host Mimosa gemmulata forms four different galls induced by congeneric Lopesia spp. These galls have distinct morphologies and their development is influenced by the inducer's manipulation of the host plant tissues. Anatomical traits related to trichome differentiation and vascular system arrangement are conserved in M. gemmulata, but altered under the influence of Lopesia spp. The formation of nutritive tissue varies among the different galls and is related to the induction site and original cell lineages. The peculiar traits of the globoid gall are due to its longer lifespan and stronger stimuli-induced responses in all host plant cell lineages.
Article
Zoology
Juliana de O. Silva, Camilla M. Oliveira, Rene G. da S. Carneiro, Mara R. da Rocha
Summary: This study evaluated the induced resistance in tomato plants with the Mi-1 gene against Meloidogyne enterolobii. The results showed that Bacillus subtilis and extract of Reynoutria sachalinensis might be effective resistance inducers.
Article
Plant Sciences
N. D. C. Jorge, M. D. S. C. Freitas, R. M. Caffaro, F. H. A. Vale, J. P. Lemos-Filho, R. M. D. S. Isaias
Summary: This study focuses on globoid stem galls and finds that these galls are crucial for maintaining the growth and development of bacterial galls by altering vascular cells and the priority of water flow.
Article
Plant Sciences
Narciso Aguilera, Rosy M. S. Isaias, Nina C. Jorge, Maria J. Conejeros, Jose Becerra, Jose Luis Nieves-Aldrey, Lubia M. Guedes
Summary: This study describes two rare gall formations induced by Espinosa nothofagi and Plastobelyta gallicola on the native tree Nothofagus obliqua in Chile. Through anatomical and histochemical analysis, it is found that these two galls have distinct characteristics, indicating the specific impact of the two Hymenoptera species on the host plant tissues.
Article
Plant Sciences
Cristiane Trindade Teixeira, Vinicius Coelho Kuster, Rene Goncalves da Silva Carneiro, Joao Custodio Fernandes Cardoso, Rosy Mary dos Santos Isaias
Summary: This study compares and analyzes the structural features of gall morphotypes on the superhost Croton floribundus, identifying eight different gall morphospecies and revealing their anatomical differences and disruption of host leaf morphogenetic patterns.
JOURNAL OF PLANT RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Elaine C. Costa, Denis C. Oliveira, Rosy M. S. Isaias
Summary: The cytological and histochemical features of galls can be changed by parasitoid attack. By studying two tri-trophic systems as models, we found that parasitoids caused distinct cytological responses and had no impact on histochemical profiles of the galls compared to non-parasitized conditions.
Article
Plant Sciences
Elaine C. Costa, Gracielle P. P. Braganca, Igor A. Arriola, Mariana S. C. Freitas, Rosy M. S. Isaias
Summary: Gall structures and their associated host plants exhibit distinctive structural and histochemical adaptations to survive in the challenging environment of restingas. These adaptations include the presence of thick cuticles, the accumulation of polyphenols and lignified cell walls, and the reorganization of host tissues. Different gall development patterns and host tissue modifications facilitate water accumulation and protect the gall inducers against environmental stresses and enemies.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Daniel Burckhardt, Rene G. S. Carneiro, Ivonette S. Fernandes, Dalva L. de Queiroz
Summary: This study reports two new Nothotrioza species from Brazil that induce galls similar to those of other Brazilian species. Identification keys for adults and immatures are provided, and the presence of mummies suggests heavy parasitization. The results indicate that Nothotrioza species are monophagous with narrow geographical ranges.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL HISTORY
(2022)
Article
Biology
Vinicius Coelho Kuster, Joao Custodio Fernandes Cardoso, Ana Silvia Franco Pinheiro Moreira, Rosy Mary dos Santos Isaias, Denis Coelho de Oliveira
Summary: This study evaluated oxidative stress, photochemical parameters, and pigment contents in four leaf galls caused by different galling insects on Aspidosperma spp. It was found that different galling systems have underlying mechanisms that impact gall tissues.
Article
Microbiology
Joao C. M. Dornelas, Marliete C. Costa, Paulo H. F. Carmo, Vivian M. Paixao, Vanessa S. D. Carvalho, Leilane C. Barreto, Queila S. Garcia, Gracielle P. P. Braganca, Rosy M. S. Isaias, Julio C. M. Brito, Maria A. Resende-Stoianoff, Daniel A. Santos
Summary: This study developed a plant model to investigate the interaction between Cryptococcus gattii and plants. The results showed that C. gattii can grow in plants without causing pathological effects. N. benthamiana exhibited higher proliferation of C. gattii, accompanied by an increase in hydrogen peroxide content, antioxidant system activity, and indoleacetic acid production. Colonies of C. gattii recovered from N. benthamiana displayed altered composition and morphology, as well as increased resistance to antifungal drugs. These findings suggest that plants may serve as a potential reservoir and transmission route for C. gattii.
FEMS MICROBIOLOGY ECOLOGY
(2022)