Article
Microbiology
Anil K. Persad, Hanan A. Fahmy, Nicholas Anderson, Jing Cui, Zeynal Topalcengiz, Saharuetai Jeamsripong, Patrick M. Spanninger, Robert L. Buchanan, Kalmia E. Kniel, Michele T. Jay-Russell, Michelle D. Danyluk, Gireesh Rajashekara, Jeffrey T. LeJeune
Summary: This study demonstrates that MALDI-TOF is a viable alternative for the rapid identification and differentiation of Salmonella serovars.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Natalija Topic Popovic, Slavko Kepec, Snjezana P. Kazazic, Ivancica Strunjak-Perovic, Krunoslav Bojanic, Rozelindra Coz-Rakovac
Summary: This study evaluated the use of the API20E biochemical identification system as a supportive tool for enhancing the discrimination of environmental bacteria by the MALDI-TOF MS method. The results showed that the API20E system can effectively identify bacterial genera, but there are issues with misidentification. In environmental isolates with lower identification scores, the API20E tests can be used as a purposeful and inexpensive identification support.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Xin Liu, Taojunfeng Su, Yen-Michael S. Hsu, Hua Yu, He Sarina Yang, Li Jiang, Zhen Zhao
Summary: The study demonstrates that MALDI-TOF MS combined with machine-learning algorithms can be used to develop a rapid and user-friendly method for differentiating MRSA from MSSA. This cost-effective and time-efficient alternative to conventional resistance detection in routine microbiology laboratories suggests an improvement in clinical treatment in the future.
RAPID COMMUNICATIONS IN MASS SPECTROMETRY
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
R. Gathercole, E. Tranfield, D. Xia, G. Perez-Cordon, G. Robinson, D. Timofte, F. Zendri, R. M. Chalmers
Summary: The study developed a method to purify Cryptosporidium spp. oocysts from clinical stool samples and evaluated them using mass spectrometry. The method produced distinct spectra specific to different Cryptosporidium species, demonstrating the utility of the purification method.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Microbiology
Xin-Fei Chen, Xin Hou, Meng Xiao, Li Zhang, Jing-Wei Cheng, Meng-Lan Zhou, Jing-Jing Huang, Jing-Jia Zhang, Ying-Chun Xu, Po-Ren Hsueh
Summary: MALDI-TOF MS has been used in clinical microbiology since 2010, offering advantages such as convenience, speed, accuracy, and low cost. It has shown promising results in rapid detection of highly virulent and drug-resistant pathogens, making it a valuable tool in clinical microbial identification.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zhaoliang Chai, Hongyan Bi
Summary: In this study, anti-E. coli functionalized magnetic beads were constructed and successfully used to capture E. coli from fish sarcoplasmic protein and fish muscle protein extracts. The reproducibility and accuracy of the method were demonstrated through experiments. The method showed high specific detection of target bacteria in complex biological samples.
Article
Microbiology
Eva Gato, Ignacio Pedro Constanso, Bruno Kotska Rodino-Janeiro, Paula Guijarro-Sanchez, Tyler Alioto, Manuel Jesus Arroyo, Gema Mendez, Luis Mancera, Marta Gut, Ivo Gut, Miguel Alvarez-Tejado, German Bou, Marina Oviano
Summary: Matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS) has been used for direct detection of KPC-producing isolates by analyzing the 11,109 Da mass peak representing the P019 protein. The study found the P019 peak prevalence in bla(KPC) K. pneumoniae isolates to be 49.2%, while it was absent in other carbapenemase or noncarbapenemase producers. Variability of P019 presence was observed in different geographical locations within the EuSCAPE collection, indicating a need for reconsideration when applying this technique in a clinical setting.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jun-Qiao Wang, Jing Zhao, Shao-Ping Nie, Ming-Yong Xie, Shao-Ping Li
Summary: Mass spectrometry has been used for high-sensitivity structural determination of carbohydrates, but the correlation between carbohydrate structure and mass spectra is still insufficient. In this study, various trisaccharides and cyclodextrins were investigated using MALDI TOF/TOF MS, and diagnostic fragment ions were successfully used for the characterization of polysaccharides with different structural features.
ANALYTICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chengyu Wang, Xiaoxia Li, Xin Zhao, Hongyan Bi, Jing Xie
Summary: In this study, the potential of MALDI-TOF MS in determining changes in fish muscle exudates with different freeze-thaw cycles and storage periods was investigated. A total of 109 proteins were identified, indicating the method's potential for more sensitive analysis compared to traditional quality control methods.
Article
Microbiology
Eva Gato, Ignacio Pedro Constanso, Ana Candela, Fatima Galan, Bruno Kotska Rodino-Janeiro, Manuel Jesus Arroyo, Gema Mendez, Luis Mancera, Tyler Alioto, Marta Gut, Ivo Gut, Miguel Alvarez-Tejado, Belen Rodriguez-Sanchez, German Bou, Marina Oviano
Summary: The study aimed to standardize an operating procedure and data analysis for identification of CPK using MALDI-TOF MS. Analysis of 162 K. pneumoniae isolates showed that 100% of CPK isolates were correctly identified through a neural network analysis and applying TIC normalization. This demonstrates the feasibility of real-time tracking of CPK using MALDI-TOF MS.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Issa Sy, Lena Margardt, Emmanuel O. Ngbede, Mohammed I. Adah, Saheed T. Yusuf, Jennifer Keiser, Jacqueline Rehner, Jurg Utzinger, Sven Poppert, Soren L. Becker
Summary: Fascioliasis is caused by Fasciola gigantica and Fasciola hepatica. Traditional diagnostic methods have low accuracy, while molecular diagnostics such as MALDI-TOF MS are more reliable. A study developed and validated an in-house database for species-specific identification of Fasciola using MALDI-TOF MS, showing promising results for accurate identification of medically relevant liver flukes.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Kevin M. Downard
Summary: Advances in protein mass spectrometry have revolutionized the ability to identify and sequence proteins at unprecedented speed, sensitivity, and accuracy, providing advantages for protein evolution and phylogeny studies. There are three main methods for phylogenetic analysis using protein mass spectrometry – de novo protein sequencing followed by sequence alignment, direct phylogenetic reconstruction using protein mass profiles, and tree construction using peptide mass map data. Each method is compared with traditional gene sequence-based approaches.
ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Stefania-Alexandra Iakab, Gerard Baquer, Marta Lafuente, Maria Pilar Pina, Jose Luis Ramirez, Pere Rafols, Xavier Correig-Blanchar, Maria Garcia-Altares
Summary: This study presents a multimodal imaging approach that combines surface-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry (SALDI-MS) and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) using a gold-coated nanostructured silicon substrate. By using the same substrate, sample preparation, and data analysis software, both imaging modalities can be integrated and co-registered on the same sample. The approach was successfully applied to analyze the chemical composition and distribution of molecules transferred from clean fingertips and fingertips covered with plasticine modeling clay, providing valuable information on the composition of the clay and locating the traces of plasticine on fingermarks.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Fang Lin, Winnie C. Soko, Jing Xie, Hongyan Bi
Summary: This study aims to evaluate fish muscle exudate proteins to discover potential allergens for allergy tests. Magnetic beads modified with an IgE antibody were used to isolate allergens in the exudate sample. Eight allergens from large yellow croaker exudate were successfully identified. The proposed microfluidic-magnetic-based allergen extraction protocol provides a facile and rapid test for seafood allergies, addressing food safety issues for allergic populations.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jesus A. Onate-Gutierrez, Luis M. Diaz-Sanchez, Diana L. Urbina, Julio R. Pinzon, Cristian Blanco-Tirado, Marianny Y. Combariza
Summary: Cacao pod husks (CHs) are potential sources of functional ingredients for various industries. Pigment samples from cacao pod husk epicarp were extracted and exhibited flavonoid-related absorption bands. The extracts contained antioxidant phenolic compounds and were non-toxic to VERO cells. A biopolymeric bacterial-cellulose matrix could effectively retain the extracts.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Junyi Chen, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Kevin J. Edgar
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2020)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Lumin Zhang, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Hideki Murayama, Takanori Ohsako, Akihiro Itai
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Correction
Forestry
Haruka Maeda, Taku Tsuyama, Keiji Takabe, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Toshiyuki Takano
JOURNAL OF WOOD SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Polymer Science
Masaya Shibano, Hiroki Ochiai, Katsuaki Suzuki, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Hironori Kaji, Toshiyuki Takano
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Takahiro Yagura, Waki Ikegami, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Toshiyuki Takano
Article
Horticulture
Lumin Zhang, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Ryosuke Sasaki, Akira Oikawa, Kazuki Saito, Hideki Murayama, Takanori Ohsako, Akihiro Itai
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Prodyut Dhar, Kazuki Sugimura, Mariko Yoshioka, Arata Yoshinaga, Hiroshi Kamitakahara
Summary: This work demonstrates a unique approach utilizing alkali lignin as a smart additive in in situ BC fermentation, acting as both a promoter to microbial growth and a reinforcing filler for multifunctional composites. Alkali lignin prevents the formation of inhibitory byproducts, self-assembles in BC pores to improve thermal stability and toughness, and results in UV-blocking capacity and radical scavenging activity in BC/AL films, making it suitable for food packaging. This opens up new avenues for fabrication of high-performance BC-based composites through the selection of smart materials.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Waki Ikegami, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Yoshikuni Teramoto, Toshiyuki Takano
Summary: Cellulose, comprising D-glucose and L-glucose, was synthesized via cationic ring-opening polymerization, with the deprotection and acetylation steps resulting in optically inactive cellulose triacetate. The synthesis marks the first reported instance of optically inactive D,L-cellulose, achieved through a method involving compounds 1D and 1L.
Article
Polymer Science
Yoshiyuki Nishio, Takayuki Nada, Takuma Hirata, Shinpei Fujita, Kazuki Sugimura, Hiroshi Kamitakahara
Summary: Various acylates and phenylcarbamates of (ethyl)cellulose were synthesized by modifying the residual hydroxyls of ethyl DS = 2.50 EC. Chiral nematic mesophases in different solvents were studied, showing a right-handed structure with DCA and an inversion of twist sense with AA and chloroform as acyl (or phenylcarbamoyl) substitution increased. Temperature elevation was found to strengthen a left-handed twisting power in each chiral nematic mesophase, with reversal of twist handedness observed in some cases.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Wen Liu, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Shingo Maegawa, Haruhiko Toyohara
Summary: This study identified a high affinity of a CBM from a brackish bivalve to cellulose, suggesting its ecological significance in wetland environments related to plant leaves. The findings provide a reasonable explanation for the constant cellulase activities in wetland sediments.
PLANKTON & BENTHOS RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Prodyut Dhar, Kazuki Sugimura, Mariko Yoshioka, Arata Yoshinaga, Hiroshi Kamitakahara
Summary: This paper presents a microbial approach to fabricate biomimetic composites that mimic natural wood. The researchers focused on the chemical composition of woody biomass and used bacterial cellulose imbued in modified cationic lignin for in situ bioprocessing. The resulting composites exhibited enhanced thermal stability and crystallinity, as well as comparable tensile properties and specific strength to heavy wood species under hydrated conditions.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bing Xie, Yuki Tobimatsu, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Toshiyuki Takano
Summary: This study investigated the electro-oxidation of lignin dimer model compounds and synthetic lignin in the presence of different mediators previously used in the laccase mediator system. The three mediators were found to effectively mediate the electro-oxidation reaction, although they showed different reaction selectivities towards different lignin linkages.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Tokimitsu Kobayashi, Yuki Tobimatsu, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Toshiyuki Takano
Summary: The demethylation of G/S- and S-type dehydrogenation polymers using iodocyclohexane under reflux in DMF led to moderate yields of demethylated G/S- and S-DHPs. The demethylation resulted in structural changes and increased phenolic-OH content, while also improving tannin-like properties such as free radical scavenging ability, iron(III) binding ability, and BSA adsorption ability.
JOURNAL OF WOOD SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bing Xie, Yuki Tobimatsu, Kazuo Narita, Satomi Yokohata, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Toshiyuki Takano
Summary: Transition-metal complexes were investigated as mediators in lignin oxidation. Fe(bpy)3 was found to be an effective mediator, promoting the oxidation reactions of lignin under different conditions. It shows potential for lignin modification and degradation.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kentaro Miki, Hiroshi Kamitakahara, Arata Yoshinaga, Yuki Tobimatsu, Toshiyuki Takano