Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Federica Salatiello, Marco Gerdol, Alberto Pallavicini, Annamaria Locascio, Maria Sirakov
Summary: This study investigated the transcriptome of the bivalve mollusk Mytilus galloprovincialis to identify suitable reference genes for gene expression analyses. Through genome-wide bioinformatics analysis, the Act/Cyp-A gene pair was identified as the most appropriate for gene expression analysis across different tissues.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Saihong Yan, Rui Chen, Miao Wang, Jinmiao Zha
Summary: The study revealed that exposure to carbamazepine induced DNA damage and apoptosis in Chinese rare minnows through the Ras/Raf/ERK/p53 signaling pathway.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Cell Biology
Elham Memary, Alireza Imani, Ali Arhamidolatabadi, Parvaneh Fadavi, Marjan Aghajani, Farnoosh Mohebzadeh, Mohammad Shahverdi-Shahraki, Ali Dabbagh, Alirza Mirkheshti, Sadegh Shirian
Summary: This study investigated the effects of epinephrine (EP) alone and EP plus methylprednisolone (MP) on neurological outcomes after cardiac arrest (CA) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in a rat model. The results showed that EP alone had the poorest neurological outcomes, while the combination of EP and MP protected neurons from death induced by hypoxia and reperfusion injury.
CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR NEUROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Francesca Coppola, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Etelvina Figueira, Eduarda Pereira, Paula A. A. P. Marques, Gianluca Polese, Rosa Freitas
Summary: The study evaluated the toxicity of mercury-contaminated seawater after treatment with graphene-based nanomaterials on mussels, finding higher impacts from contaminated seawater compared to remediated seawater. Additionally, it was observed that as temperature increases, the injuries on mussels caused by remediated seawater also increase.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Juliette de Noiron, Marion Hoareau, Jessie Colin, Isabelle Guenal
Summary: In this study, two commonly used apoptotic assays, TUNEL and staining with an antibody targeting activated caspase, were compared. The results showed that TUNEL is more robust, while staining with the antibody is more sensitive but requires careful handling. An open-source Fiji macro was developed to automate image processing and quantification steps, with potential applications beyond apoptosis.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xuexiang Lin, Xiao-Yu Liu, Bo Zhang, Ai-Qing Qin, Kwok-Min Hui, Kevin Shi, Yang Liu, Don Gabriel, X. James Li
Summary: A virus enzyme assay using a luciferin derivative as the substrate has been developed as an alternative method for detection of acute viral infection, particularly for influenza diagnosis. The assay showed similar detection rates for all influenza types and subtypes except for A(H7N9) due to lower viral titer. When tested with diluted specimens in comparison to a real-time polymerase chain reaction assay, the assay demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Savva Sravani, Ayyaru Gopalakrishnan, Anisha Shafni John, Vivekananda Babu, Saranya Dayalane, Selvaraj Jayamathi Priyangha, Naresh Kumar Dewangan, Damodharan Vadivelu, Mothieshwar Jayaraman Krishnan, Muhil Vannan Seralathan
Summary: This study reports a major outbreak of Mud crab Reovirus (MCRV) in the culture of Scylla serrata in Tamilnadu, India, resulting in 100% mortality of the crabs and significant economic loss. Histopathological and TEM studies confirmed the presence of MCRV infection, and experimental transmission showed 100% mortality due to ingestion. This study highlights the importance of monitoring and controlling the spread of MCRV in crab culture.
Article
Infectious Diseases
O. Escobar-Chavarria, R. Cossio-Bayugar, P. Ramirez-Noguera, M. G. Prado-Ochoa, A. M. Velazquez-Sanchez, M. A. Munoz-Guzman, E. Angeles, F. Alba-Hurtado
Summary: Ethyl-4-bromophenylcarbamate (LQM 919) and ethyl-4-chlorophenylcarbamate (LQM 996) have the ability to induce apoptosis in Rhipicephalus microplus ovarian cells, as well as tick and mammalian cell cultures, displaying a significant acaricidal effect.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Victor Hugo Brunaldi Marutani, Flavia Miyabe, Alice Fernandes Alfieri, Camila Domit, Andressa Maria Rorato Nascimento de Matos, Mario Roberto Castro Meira Filho, Ana Paula Frederico Rodrigues Loureiro Bracarense
Summary: Cetacean morbillivirus (CeMV) was found to have a prevalence of 27.5% in non-epizootic conditions in a world heritage site in Southern Brazil, with interstitial pneumonia and non-suppurative encephalitis as main pathological findings. The study used a combination of pathological, immunohistochemical, and molecular assays to investigate CeMV occurrence under non-epizootic circumstances, shedding light on the virus's behavior in such conditions.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Virology
Mustafa Emin Oz, Emrah Torlak
Summary: In this study, a high-resolution melting (HRM) assay using EvaGreen was used to differentiate a vaccine strain of peste des petits ruminants virus (PPRV) from field isolates.
ARCHIVES OF VIROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pinar Arslan, Goktug Gul, Aysel Caglan Gunal
Summary: This study evaluated the adverse effects of sodium pyrithione on Mytilus galloprovincialis and found that even short-term exposures and low concentrations of this biocidal substance can be harmful to mussels.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Alex Zohmachhuana, Malsawmdawngliana, F. Lalnunmawia, Vabeiryureilai Mathipi, K. Lalrinzuali, N. Senthil Kumar
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the phytochemical content, antioxidant and anti-cancer activities of different parts of Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb. The methanol extracts from C. aeruginosa showed cytotoxicity against lung adenocarcinoma and cervical cancer cells, induced DNA damage, and up-regulated caspase activity. Additionally, bioactive compounds identified from the plant have been found to possess anti-cancer properties.
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2022)
Article
Cell Biology
Natalia A. Vilchinskaya, Sergey V. Rozhkov, Olga V. Turtikova, Timur M. Mirzoev, Boris S. Shenkman
Summary: Regrowth of atrophied myofibers relies on muscle satellite cells (SCs). However, muscle atrophy leads to reduced SCs due to apoptosis. This study explores the potential link between AMPK and susceptibility of differentiating myoblasts to apoptosis and suggests that the maintenance of AMPK activity can reduce apoptosis in differentiating myoblasts derived from atrophied muscles.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Steven A. Chambers, Mathew Newman, Melissa M. Frangie, Alena Savenka, Alexei G. Basnakian, Mohammad A. Alam
Summary: The discovery of chimeric anti-melanoma agents with potent growth suppressor effects on melanoma cells was reported. These agents induced cell apoptosis through multiple pathways and showed greater cytotoxicity to melanoma cells compared to the commonly used agent dacarbazine.
ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Marco Favaro, Walter Mattina, Enrico Salvatore Pistoia, Roberta Gaziano, Paolo Di Francesco, Simon Middleton, Silvia D'Angelo, Tullio Altarozzi, Carla Fontana
Summary: A new qualitative RT-PCR probe has been developed by the research team for detecting COVID-19 infections, with a coincidence rate of 0.96 and LoD of 140cp/reaction for N and 14cp/reaction for RdRp and E. The kit is designed to be open and can be distributed in large quantities to any microbiological laboratory worldwide.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dilara Ozkan, Melih Dagdeviren, Selma Katalay, Adem Guner, N. Ulku Karabay Yavasoglu
BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2017)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Adem Guner, Cinel Koksal, Sura Baykan Erel, Husniye Kayalar, Ayse Nalbantsoy, Atakan Sukatar, N. Ulku Karabay Yavasoglu
Article
Ecology
Adem Guner, Hasan Turkez, Ali Aslan
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hasan Turkez, Umit Incekara, Adem Guner, Elanur Aydin, Ebubekir Dirican, Basak Togar
TOXICOLOGY AND INDUSTRIAL HEALTH
(2014)
Article
Biology
Adem Guner, Sadi Kizilsahin, Ayse Nalbantsoy, Nefise Ulku Karabay Yavasoglu
Article
Andrology
Ozlem Guner, Adem Guner, Altug Yavasoglu, Nefise Ulku Karabay Yavasoglu, Oya Kavlak
Article
Oncology
Adem Guner, Hakan Bektas, Emre Mentese
Summary: This study reveals that novel synthesized coumarin-triazole hybrid compounds can enhance the effect of cisplatin in cancer cells. These compounds exhibit relatively low toxicity in normal cells, reducing the dose requirement of cisplatin.
ANTI-CANCER AGENTS IN MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Selma Katalay, Adem Guner, Melih Dagdeviren, Gurkan Yigitturk, Altug Yavasoglu, A. Caglan Gunal, N. Ulku Karabay Yavasoglu, Fatih Oltulu
Summary: This study investigated the effects of acute exposure to ZnPT on mussel tissues. The results showed that ZnPT caused severe histological changes and apoptosis, as well as affecting antioxidant responses and genotoxicity.
CHEMISTRY AND ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Cem Guler, Suleyman Gulcemal, Adem Guner, Sinan Akgol, N. Ulku Karabay Yavasoglu
Summary: This study synthesized polymeric nanoparticles tryptophan-graft-poly(HEMA) [Trp-g-p(HEMA)] and assessed its characterization and toxicity/biocompatibility potential as a drug carrier. The nanoparticles exhibited good characterization properties and did not induce negative effects on cells. These findings suggest the potential of Trp-g-p(HEMA) nanoparticles as drug carriers.
Article
Biology
Adem Guner, Hasan Turkez
ARCHIVES OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Adem Guner, Elifsu Polatli, Tamer Akkan, Hakan Bektas, Canan Albay
TURKISH JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Atefeh Zendehboudi, Azam Mohammadi, Sina Dobaradaran, Gabriel E. De-la-Torre, Bahman Ramavandi, Seyed Enayat Hashemi, Reza Saeedi, Emran Moradpour Tayebi, Ahmad Vafaee, Amirhossein Darabi
Summary: This study investigated the characteristics and ecological risks of microplastics (MPs) in ballast water for the first time, and found high levels of MP pollution. These findings contribute to our understanding of the sources and risks of microplastics in marine ecosystems.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rose Boahemaa Pinto, Linda Bogerd, Martine van der Ploeg, Kwame Duah, Remko Uijlenhoet, Tim H. M. van Emmerik
Summary: Catchment-scale plastic pollution assessments provide insights into the sources, sinks, and pathways of plastic pollution. We propose an approach to quantify macroplastic transport and density in the Odaw catchment, Ghana, and find that the urban riverine zone has the highest transport, while the urban tidal zone has the highest riverbank and land macroplastic density.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aliya Baidourela, Qian Sun, Gongxin Yang, Umut Halik, Zhongkai Dong, Kaixu Cai, Guili Sun, Wenya Zhang, Sisi Cheng
Summary: The study focused on heavy metal pollution in the green vegetation of a suburban industrial area in Tuokexun County, Xinjiang, China. The results showed that the overall level of heavy metal pollution in the soil was minor, with mercury (Hg) being the most severe contamination, likely caused by human activities. The composition of heavy metal elements in trees was more stable compared to grass and shrubs, with varying concentrations across different vegetation. Shrubbery was found to be the most effective in heavy metal restoration, and there were disparities in heavy metal enrichment among different vegetation types.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
James H. Bridson, Hayden Masterton, Beatrix Theobald, Regis Risani, Fraser Doake, Jessica A. Wallbank, Stefan D. M. Maday, Gavin Lear, Robert Abbel, Dawn A. Smith, Joanne M. Kingsbury, Olga Pantos, Grant L. Northcott, Sally Gaw
Summary: Plastic pollution has significant environmental impacts, largely due to chemical additives. However, the behavior of plastic additives in marine environments is not well understood. A marine deployment experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of weathering on the extractables profile of four types of plastics in New Zealand over a period of nine months. The concentration of additives in polyethylene and oxo-degradable polyethylene was strongly influenced by artificial weathering, while polyamide 6 and polyethylene terephthalate showed minimal change. These findings emphasize the importance of considering leaching and weathering effects on plastic composition when assessing the potential impact and risk of plastic pollution in receiving environments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alan G. Scarlett, Francis D. Spilsbury, Steven J. Rowland, Marthe Monique Gagnon, Kliti Grice
Summary: This study used diamondoid hydrocarbon distributions to identify the sources of environmental oil contamination. A suite of 20 diamondoids was found to accumulate in fish adipose tissue. The scatter plots of indices between fish and exposure oils showed a close to ideal 1:1 relationship, which can be used to determine the origin of the oil.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shan Jiang, Mengmeng Wan, Kun Lin, Yanshan Chen, Rui Wang, Liju Tan, Jiangtao Wang
Summary: In this study, the concentration, composition, distribution, and sources of PCBs in surface seawater of the Bohai Bay were analyzed. The results showed that PCBs in the Bohai Bay had high concentrations and were primarily derived from land-based sources such as port activities and river inputs. The PCBs in the Bohai Bay may come from commercial PCBs and their incineration products, municipal landfills, wood and coal combustion, and industrial activities, etc.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Icaro S. A. Porto, Saulo V. A. Dantas, Caio S. A. Felix, Francisco A. S. Cunha, Jailson B. de Andrade, Sergio L. C. Ferreira
Summary: This study evaluated the risks of mercury levels in sardines consumed by low-income population in Salvador, Brazil. The results showed that the mercury content in the sampled sardines posed no risks to human health. This study is significant as most sardines in Salvador come from Todos os Santos Bay, which has a history of mercury contamination.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiahui Chen, Chengyu Yuan, Guanqun Zhai, Guangcheng Chen, Heng Zhu, Jun Liu, Yong Ye
Summary: This study investigated the combined influences of species selection and site elevation on greenhouse gas fluxes from restored mangrove soils. The results suggest that Avicennia marina should be selected for mangrove restoration to minimize carbon release and reduce the influence of greenhouse gas fluxes on the global greenhouse effect.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emmanuel Onyeabor, Uju Obuka
Summary: The Gulf of Guinea region in Africa is a significant area for coastal countries, playing a vital role in their economic and environmental development. This study aims to reduce marine plastic pollution in the region by utilizing legal instruments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuanli Liu, Stephan Luttjohann, Alvise Vianello, Claudia Lorenz, Fan Liu, Jes Vollertsen
Summary: Large area attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (LAATR-FTIR) is a novel technique for detecting small microplastics, with limited accuracy for large microplastics. However, it shows promise in homogeneous matrices. The spectra quality is comparable between transmission mode and LAATR mode.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Phuc T. D. Le, Andrew M. Fischer, Britta D. Hardesty, Heidi J. Auman, Chris Wilcox
Summary: This study explores the relationship between ocean currents and the accumulation of floating marine debris (FMD) and finds that higher concentrations of FMD are associated with frontal frequencies (FF). FMD is primarily trapped in accumulation zones between fronts and the coastline, which have high biodiversity value.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rosa Sawan, Perine Doyen, Florence Viudes, Rachid Amara, Celine Mahfouz
Summary: Few studies have examined the impact of urbanization and meteorological events on microplastics discharged into the sea through rivers. Surface water samples were collected from two Lebanese rivers, with differing degrees of urbanization, during dry and wet periods. The results showed that the most industrialized river had a significantly higher abundance of microplastics compared to the less-industrialized river. There was also a correlation between particle contamination and the season at each site, with microplastic concentrations highest on the first day of the wet season. These findings highlight the importance of considering meteorological events in accurately assessing plastic pollution influx into coastal waters.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Katherine R. Shaw, Jonathan L. Whitney, Eileen M. Nalley, Madeline C. Schmidbauer, Megan J. Donahue, Jesse Black, Raquel N. Corniuk, Kellie Teague, Rachel Sandquist, Catherine Pirkle, Rachel Dacks, Max Sudnovsky, Jennifer M. Lynch
Summary: This study examines the ingestion of plastic in reef fish in the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Plastic particles were found in the gastrointestinal tracts of multiple fish species. However, further analysis revealed that these particles were actually natural materials and posed no threat to human consumers.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Revati Hardikar, C. K. Haridevi, Shantaj Deshbhratar
Summary: This study investigated the variability in phytoplankton functional structure using a trait-based approach and explored the relationship between species traits and environmental factors, as well as their impact on ecosystem functioning. The results revealed that morphological traits, temperature, and ammonia played a decisive role in the seasonal succession of phytoplankton species. It was found that certain traits favored higher biomass production but might hinder energy transfer efficiency. The strong correlation between environmental variables and phytoplankton functional structure supports the practical implementation of a trait-based approach in studying phytoplankton community dynamics under different environmental conditions.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Engki A. Kisnarti, Nining Sari Ningsih, Mutiara R. Putri, Nani Hendiarti, Bernhard Mayer
Summary: This study examines the movement patterns of plastic marine debris in Indonesian waters, revealing that Indonesia contributes significantly to transboundary marine debris in the Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean, and the South China Sea. Most of the debris remains in Indonesian waters and moves back and forth due to the influence of monsoon currents.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
