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Polymer Science
Xuedong Xi, Yanhua Chen, Antonio Pizzi, Qianyu Zhang, Hong Lei, Guanben Du
Summary: In this study, a high-quality protein-based adhesive was prepared by oxidizing Jatropha protein flour, with KMnO4 oxidation treatment showing the best results in terms of wet strength, meeting the relevant standard requirements.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Microbiology
S. Mayo-Perez, Y. Gama-Martinez, S. Davila, N. Rivera, I. Hernandez-Lucas
Summary: This review focuses on the distribution, abundance, evolution, structural organization, transcriptional regulation, and fundamental roles of LysR-type transcriptional regulators (LTTRs) in bacteria, archaea, and algae. It also discusses their involvement in free life, pathogenesis, and bacteria-plant interaction, providing a current understanding of LTTR biology.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qing Li, Wei Song, Jinghui Li, Chuying Ma, Xinxiang Zhao, Jianlin Jiao, Oliver Mrowczynski, Becky S. Webb, Elias B. Rizk, Di Lu, Chao Liu
Summary: This study presents a biodegradable super-strong aqueous glue, B-Seal, designed for adhesive purposes on wet and dynamic tissues during surgeries. Inspired by the English ivy adhesion strategy and cement particle packing theory, B-Seal demonstrated fast gelation, high strength, and elasticity. In vivo evaluations on animal models confirmed the safety and efficacy of B-Seal in preventing fluid leakage and repairing tissue damage.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jinghui Li, Yipeng Tang, Yunpeng Bai, Zhejun Zhang, Shaopeng Zhang, Tongyun Chen, Feng Zhao, Zhigang Guo
Summary: In this study, nanozymes with high catalytic performance were synthesized for rapid detection of Staphylococcus aureus. The proposed biosensor showed high sensitivity and specificity, making it suitable for clinical applications.
Article
Polymer Science
Linda F. Lorenz, Charles R. Frihart
Summary: The interest in non-formaldehyde adhesives has led to studies on proteins from plant and animal sources. Ovalbumin from egg whites, which has not been previously studied, shows surprising low viscosity and high wet strength as a wood adhesive. Various substances are found to improve the wet bond strength of ovalbumin.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Zhe-Ran Wu, Jian-Ting Fan, Na Tong, Jin-Meng Guo, Yang Li, Min Lu, Xiao-Long Liu
Summary: A total of 74 putative chemosensory genes were identified through transcriptome analysis of larvae heads in Plagiodera versicolora, providing new insights for functional studies on the chemoreception mechanism in this species.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Stanislaw Knutelski, Mona Awad, Natalia Lukasz, Michal Bukowski, Justyna Smialek, Piotr Suder, Grzegorz Dubin, Pawel Mak
Summary: The study isolated and identified 17 antibacterial proteins and peptides from the immunized hemolymph of the red palm weevil, describing their nucleotide coding sequences through bioinformatic analysis. The compounds showed bactericidal or bacteriostatic effects, including well-known factors and unexpected findings that require further investigation.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Diana Soukarie, Philippe Rousseau, Maya Salhi, Alexia de Caro, Jean-Marc Escudier, Catherine Tardin, Vincent Ecochard, Laurence Salome
Summary: This study successfully developed an aptasensor based on high-throughput single-molecule techniques, which enables rapid, simple, and sensitive detection of single target molecules. The presence and concentration of the target molecules can be monitored in real time by combining videomicroscopy and image analysis.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhi Dong, Jiang Wu, Xinyi Shen, Zan Hua, Guangming Liu
Summary: Supramolecular polymeric adhesives with strong and reversible adhesive behaviors have attracted scientists' attention. However, optimizing both adhesive and cohesive properties is challenging. This study demonstrates that counterion exchange of nucleobase-containing polyelectrolyte adhesives can enhance interfacial adhesion without compromising intermolecular cohesion, resulting in significantly improved adhesion strengths. The introduction of complementary nucleobases within adhesives, though, can weaken interfacial adhesion. By optimizing the adhesive and cohesive properties using suitable sulfonates, adhesion strengths can be improved by 60 to 250 times.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Andrea Guarracino, Gerardo Pepe, Francesco Ballesio, Marta Adinolfi, Marco Pietrosanto, Elisa Sangiovanni, Ilio Vitale, Gabriele Ausiello, Manuela Helmer-Citterich
Summary: The interaction between RNA and RNA-binding proteins is crucial in gene expression regulation and other biological processes. BRIO is a new web server designed to identify sequence and structure RNA-binding motifs in RNA molecules, providing access to over 2508 sequence motifs and 2296 secondary structure motifs identified in humans and mice.
NUCLEIC ACIDS RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Andrija Novosel, Tomislav Sedlar, Josip Miklecic, Hrvoje Turkulin, Luka Lucic, Goran Mihulja, Vjekoslav Zivkovic
Summary: This study analysed the bonding mechanisms and strength between wood and non-wood implants, and tested the suitability of different types of adhesives. The results showed that PUR adhesives could effectively replace two-component ER for bonding carbon and glass fibres with oak wood. However, surface pre-treatment or a different type of adhesive was needed for achieving sufficient adhesion with aluminium implants.
Article
Microbiology
Pradeep Neupane, Ricardo G. Maggi, Manoj Basnet, Erin Lashnits, Gerard P. Andrews, Edward B. Breitschwerdt
Summary: This study evaluated the diagnostic utility of B. henselae Pap31 and its fragments in canine and human Bartonelloses. The rPap31-NTD showed the highest AUC score for diagnosing Bartonella infections in dogs and humans.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yoko Taniguchi, Kazuki Kawahara, Miho Takashima, Marine Cotte, Joy Mazurek, Yuki Kumazawa, Yuki Taga, Takashi Nakazawa
Summary: This study presents a comprehensive approach to identifying both inorganic and organic components in early wall oil-paintings. By studying the damaged Giant Buddha statues and Buddhist paintings in Bamiyan, researchers have discovered that each cultural heritage object is composed of a polychromatic multilayered structure. Various imaging and bulk methods were used to fully understand the complex structures and organic and inorganic materials present in these wall paintings, which allow for the reconstruction of historical wall painting techniques.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Zheran Wu, Na Tong, Yang Li, Jinmeng Guo, Min Lu, Xiaolong Liu
Summary: In this study, a transcriptome analysis of adult forelegs in P. versicolora was conducted, and multiple chemosensory genes were identified. Compared with previous antennae transcriptome data, new chemosensory genes were found in the forelegs. Real-time quantitative PCR analysis showed significant differences in the expression of certain chemosensory genes between the antennae and forelegs. This study is of great significance for further understanding the chemoreception mechanism in P. versicolora.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Melvin S. Samuel, Saptashwa Datta, Rahul Sampat Khandge, Ethiraj Selvarajan
Summary: Metallothioneins (MTs), small metalloproteins with cysteine residues, have various functions including metal binding, metal homeostasis, and protection against heavy metals. They are studied as a promising solution for heavy metal contamination and utilized as bio-environmental markers for predicting contamination levels. The structural and chemical characterization of MTs, along with techniques for quantification and purification, have been extensively explored in various fields.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
