bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Structural basis of respiratory syncytial virus subtype-dependent neutralization by an antibody targeting the fusion glycoprotein
Authors: Tian Daiyin , Battles Michael B. , Moin Syed M. , Chen Man , Modjarrad Kayvon , Kumar Azad , Kanekiyo Masaru , Graepel Kevin W. , Taher Noor M. , Hotard Anne L. , Moore Martin L. , Zhao Min , Zheng Zi-Zheng , Xia Ning-Shao , McLellan Jason S. , Graham Barney S. 
Published: November 2017

AbstractA licensed vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is unavailable, and passive prophylaxis with the antibody palivizumab is restricted to high-risk infants. Recently isolated antibodies 5C4 and D25 are substantially more potent than palivizumab, and a derivative of D25 is in clinical trials. Here we show that unlike D25, 5C4 preferentially neutralizes subtype A viruses. The crystal structure of 5C4 bound to the RSV fusion (F) protein reveals that the overall binding mode of 5C4 is similar to that of D25, but their angles of approach are substantially different. Mutagenesis and virological studies demonstrate that RSV F residue 201 is largely responsible for the subtype specificity of 5C4. These results improve our understanding of subtype-specific immunity and the neutralization breadth requirements of next-generation antibodies, and thereby contribute to the design of broadly protective RSV vaccines.
Demonstration of chemistry at a point through restructuring and catalytic activation at anchored nanoparticles
Authors: Neagu Dragos , Papaioannou Evangelos I. , Ramli Wan K. W. , Miller David N. , Murdoch Billy J. , Ménard Hervé , Umar Ahmed , Barlow Anders J. , Cumpson Peter J. , Irvine John T. S. , Metcalfe Ian S. 
Published: November 2017

AbstractMetal nanoparticles prepared by exsolution at the surface of perovskite oxides have been recently shown to enable new dimensions in catalysis and energy conversion and storage technologies owing to their socketed, well-anchored structure. Here we show that contrary to general belief, exsolved particles do not necessarily re-dissolve back into the underlying perovskite upon oxidation. Instead, they may remain pinned to their initial locations, allowing one to subject them to further chemical transformations to alter their composition, structure and functionality dramatically, while preserving their initial spatial arrangement. We refer to this concept as chemistry at a point and illustrate it by tracking individual nanoparticles throughout various chemical transformations. We demonstrate its remarkable practical utility by preparing a nanostructured earth abundant metal catalyst which rivals platinum on a weight basis over hundreds of hours of operation. Our concept enables the design of compositionally diverse confined oxide particles with superior stability and catalytic reactivity.
Symbionts protect aphids from parasitic wasps by attenuating herbivore-induced plant volatiles
Authors: Frago Enric , Mala Mukta , Weldegergis Berhane T. , Yang Chenjiao , McLean Ailsa , Godfray H. Charles J. , Gols Rieta , Dicke Marcel 
Published: November 2017

AbstractPlants respond to insect attack by releasing blends of volatile chemicals that attract their herbivores’ specific natural enemies, while insect herbivores may carry endosymbiotic microorganisms that directly improve herbivore survival after natural enemy attack. Here we demonstrate that the two phenomena can be linked. Plants fed upon by pea aphids release volatiles that attract parasitic wasps, and the pea aphid can carry facultative endosymbiotic bacteria that prevent the development of the parasitic wasp larva and thus markedly improve aphid survival after wasp attack. We show that these endosymbionts also attenuate the systemic release of volatiles by plants after aphid attack, reducing parasitic wasp recruitment and increasing aphid fitness. Our results reveal a novel mechanism through which symbionts can benefit their hosts and emphasise the importance of considering the microbiome in understanding insect ecological interactions.
Controlling thermal reactivity with different colors of light
Authors: Houck Hannes A. , Du Prez Filip E. , Barner-Kowollik Christopher 
Published: November 2017

AbstractThe ability to switch between thermally and photochemically activated reaction channels with an external stimulus constitutes a key frontier within the realm of chemical reaction control. Here, we demonstrate that the reactivity of triazolinediones, powerful coupling agents in biomedical and polymer research, can be effectively modulated by an external photonic field. Specifically, we show that their visible light-induced photopolymerization leads to a quantitative photodeactivation, thereby providing a well-defined off-switch of their thermal reactivity. Based on this photodeactivation, we pioneer a reaction manifold using light as a gate to switch between a UV-induced Diels–Alder reaction with photocaged dienes and a thermal addition reaction with alkenes. Critically, the modulation of the reactivity by light is reversible and the individually addressable reaction pathways can be repeatedly accessed. Our approach thus enables a step change in photochemically controlled reactivity, not only in small molecule ligations, yet importantly in controlled surface and photoresist design.
Fruit fracture biomechanics and the release of Lepidium didymum pericarp-imposed mechanical dormancy by fungi
Authors: Sperber Katja , Steinbrecher Tina , Graeber Kai , Scherer Gwydion , Clausing Simon , Wiegand Nils , Hourston James E. , Kurre Rainer , Leubner-Metzger Gerhard , Mummenhoff Klaus 
Published: November 2017

AbstractThe biomechanical and ecophysiological properties of plant seed/fruit structures are fundamental to survival in distinct environments. Dispersal of fruits with hard pericarps (fruit coats) encasing seeds has evolved many times independently within taxa that have seed dispersal as their default strategy. The mechanisms by which the constraint of a hard pericarp determines germination timing in response to the environment are currently unknown. Here, we show that the hard pericarp of Lepidium didymum controls germination solely by a biomechanical mechanism. Mechanical dormancy is conferred by preventing full phase-II water uptake of the encased non-dormant seed. The lignified endocarp has biomechanically and morphologically distinct regions that serve as predetermined breaking zones. This pericarp-imposed mechanical dormancy is released by the activity of common fungi, which weaken these zones by degrading non-lignified pericarp cells. We propose that the hard pericarp with this biomechanical mechanism contributed to the global distribution of this species in distinct environments.
Transcription factor repertoire in Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) through analytics of transcriptomic resources: Insights into regulation of development and withanolide metabolism
Authors: Tripathi Sandhya , Sangwan Rajender Singh , Narnoliya Lokesh Kumar , Srivastava Yashdeep , Mishra Bhawana , Sangwan Neelam Singh 
Published: November 2017

AbstractTranscription factors (TFs) are important regulators of cellular and metabolic functions including secondary metabolism. Deep and intensive RNA-seq analysis ofWithania somniferausing transcriptomic databases provided 3532 annotated transcripts of transcription factors in leaf and root tissues, belonging to 90 different families with major abundance for WD-repeat (174 and 165 transcripts) and WRKY (93 and 80 transcripts) in root and leaf tissues respectively, followed by that of MYB, BHLH and AP2-ERF. Their detailed comparative analysis withArabidopsis thaliana,Capsicum annum,Nicotiana tabacumandSolanum lycopersicumcounterparts together gave interesting patterns. However, no homologs for WsWDR representatives, LWD1 and WUSCHEL, were observed in other Solanaceae species. The data extracted from the sequence read archives (SRA) in public domain databases were subjected to re-annotation, re-mining, re-analysis and validation for dominant occurrence ofWRKYandWD-repeat(WDR) gene families. Expression of recombinant LWD1 and WUSCHEL proteins in homologous system led to enhancements in withanolide content indicating their regulatory rolein plantain the biosynthesis. Contrasting expression profiles of WsLWD1 and WsWUSCHEL provided tissue-specific insights for their participation in the regulation of developmental processes. The in-depth analysis provided first full-spectrum and comparative characteristics of TF-transcripts across plant species, in the perspective of integrated tissue-specific regulation of metabolic processes including specialized metabolism.
Inhibition of litter decomposition of two emergent macrophytes by addition of aromatic plant powder
Authors: Xie Ya-jun , Xie Yong-hong , Xiao Hua-yun , Deng Zheng-miao , Pan Ying , Pan Bai-han , Hu Jia-yu 
Published: November 2017

AbstractAromatic plants show antimicrobial activity due to their essential oils, but their effect on litter decomposition is unclear. In this study, we evaluated the biomass loss and nutrient dynamics in leaf litters of two macrophytes (Miscanthus sacchariflorus and Carex brevicuspis) with and without addition of powdered material of the aromatic plant Polygonum hydropiper or the non-aromatic plant C. brevicuspis. The two powders had similar basic chemical qualities but P. hydropiperi had a higher essential oils concentration. Leaf litters of M. sacchariflorus and C. brevicuspis were incubated with powdered P. hydropiper or C. brevicuspis (500 g m−3, 250 g m−3, and no addition) for 120 days in a mesocosm experiment. Compared with the control (no addition), P. hydropiperi addition decelerated nutrient release and litter decomposition, while C. brevicuspis addition accelerated those processes. The nitrogen concentrations in both leaf litters and the phosphorus concentration in C. brevicuspis leaf litter were increased by addition of both plant powders. The fungal biomass in both leaf litters decreased after P. hydropiperi addition, due to the antifungal activity of its essential oils. These data indicate that the aromatic plant P. hydropiperi inhibits litter decomposition via its essential oils and that such inhibition is not species-specific.
Caspase-3/-7-Specific Metabolic Precursor for Bioorthogonal Tracking of Tumor Apoptosis
Authors: Shim Man Kyu , Yoon Hong Yeol , Lee Sangmin , Jo Mun Kyeong , Park Jooho , Kim Jong-Ho , Jeong Seo Young , Kwon Ick Chan , Kim Kwangmeyung 
Published: November 2017

AbstractApoptosis is one of the most important intracellular events in living cell, which is a programmed cell death interrelated with caspase enzyme activity for maintaining homeostasis in multicellular organisms. Therefore, direct apoptosis imaging of living cells can provide enormous advantages for diagnosis, drug discovery, and therapeutic monitoring in various diseases. However, a method of direct apoptosis imaging has not been fully validated, especially for live cells in in vitro and in vivo. Herein, we developed a new apoptosis imaging technology via a direct visualization of active caspase-3/-7 activity in living cells. For this, we synthesized a caspase-3/-7-specific cleavable peptide (KGDEVD) conjugated triacetylated N-azidoacetyl-D-mannosamine (Apo-S-Ac3ManNAz), wherein the Apo-S-Ac3ManNAz can be cleaved by the active caspase-3/-7 in live apoptotic cells and the cleaved Ac3ManNAz molecules can further generate targetable azido groups (N3) on the living cell surface. Importantly, the azido groups on the apoptotic tumor cells could be visualized with Cy5.5-conjugated dibenzylcyclooctyne (DBCO-Cy5.5) via bioorthogonal click chemistry in vitro cell culture condition and in vivo tumor-bearing mice. Therefore, our Apo-S-Ac3ManNAz can be utilized for the further applications in tumor therapy as a monitoring tool for anticancer efficacy and optimization of anticancer new drugs in cell culture system and in tumor-bearing mice.
Functionalized gold nanorod nanocomposite system to modulate differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells into neural-like progenitors
Authors: Alghazali Karrer M. , Newby Steven D. , Nima Zeid A. , Hamzah Rabab N. , Watanabe Fumiya , Bourdo Shawn E. , Masi Thomas J. , Stephenson Stacy M. , Anderson David E. , Dhar Madhu s. , Biris Alexandru S. 
Published: November 2017

AbstractA 2D multifunctional nanocomposite system of gold nanorods (AuNRs) was developed. Gold nanorods were functionalized via polyethylene glycol with a terminal amine, and, were characterized using transmission and scanning electron microscopy, ultra violet-visible and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and Zeta-potential. The system was cytocompatible to and maintained the integrity of Schwann cells. The neurogenic potential of adipose tissue – derived human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) was evaluated in vitro. The expression pattern and localization of Vimentin confirmed the mesenchymal origin of cells and tracked morphological changes during differentiation. The expression patterns of S100β and glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP), were used as indicator for neural differentiation. Results suggested that this process was enhanced when the cells were seeded on the AuNRs compared to the tissue-culture surface. The present study indicates that the design and the surface properties of the AuNRs enhances neural differentiation of hMSCs and hence, would be beneficial for neural tissue engineering scaffolds.
Face Dependence of Schottky Barriers Heights of Silicides and Germanides on Si and Ge
Authors: Li Hongfei , Guo Yuzheng , Robertson John 
Published: November 2017

AbstractDensity functional supercell calculations of the Schottky barrier heights (SBH) of metal germanides and silicides on Si or Ge find that these vary with the facet, unlike those of elemental metals. In addition, silicides and germanides show a stronger dependence of their SBHs on the work function than those of elemental metals, as seen experimentally. Both effects are beyond the standard metal induced gap states model. NiSi2 is found to have a much lower SBH on n-Si(100) than on n-Si(111), as seen experimentally. It is shown how such results can be used to design lower SBH contacts for n-Ge, which are needed technologically. The SBHs of the better behaved Si/silicide interfaces can be used to benchmark the behavior of the less well behaved Ge-germanide interfaces for this purpose. The dependence of the SBH of epitaxial Pb-Si(111) on its reconstruction is also covered.
Posterior parietal cortex evaluates visuoproprioceptive congruence based on brief visual information
Authors: Limanowski Jakub , Blankenburg Felix 
Published: November 2017

AbstractTo represent one’s upper limbs for action, the brain relies on a combined position estimate based on visual and proprioceptive information. Monkey neurophysiology and human brain imaging suggest that the underlying operations are implemented in a network of fronto-parietal and occipitotemporal cortical areas. Recently, a potential hierarchical arrangement of these areas has been proposed, emphasizing the posterior parietal cortex (PPC) in early multisensory comparison and integration. Here, we used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and a virtual reality-based setup to briefly (0.5 s) present healthy human participants photorealistic virtual hands, of matching or nonmatching anatomical side, or objects at the same or a different location than their real hidden left or right hand. The inferior parietal lobe (IPL) of the left PPC showed a significant preference for congruent visuoproprioceptive hand position information. Moreover, the left body part-selective extrastriate body area (EBA; functionally localized) significantly increased its coupling with the left IPL during visuoproprioceptive congruence vs. incongruence. Our results suggest that the PPC implements early visuoproprioceptive comparison and integration processes, likely relying on information exchange with the EBA.
The importance of parameter choice in modelling dynamics of the eye lens
Authors: Wang Kehao , Venetsanos Demetrios T. , Wang Jian , Augousti Andy T. , Pierscionek Barbara K. 
Published: November 2017

AbstractThe lens provides refractive power to the eye and is capable of altering ocular focus in response to visual demand. This capacity diminishes with age. Current biomedical technologies, which seek to design an implant lens capable of replicating the function of the biological lens, are unable as yet to provide such an implant with the requisite optical quality or ability to change the focussing power of the eye. This is because the mechanism of altering focus, termed accommodation, is not fully understood and seemingly conflicting theories require experimental support which is difficult to obtain from the living eye. This investigation presents finite element models of the eye lens based on data from human lenses aged 16 and 35 years that consider the influence of various modelling parameters, including material properties, a wide range of angles of force application and capsular thickness. Results from axisymmetric models show that the anterior and posterior zonules may have a greater impact on shape change than the equatorial zonule and that choice of capsular thickness values can influence the results from modelled simulations.
Raman-Deuterium Isotope Probing for in-situ identification of antimicrobial resistant bacteria in Thames River
Authors: Song Yizhi , Cui Li , López José Ángel Siles , Xu Jiabao , Zhu Yong-Guan , Thompson Ian P. , Huang Wei E. 
Published: November 2017

AbstractThe emergence and widespread distribution of antimicrobial resistant (AMR) bacteria has led to an increasing concern with respect to potential environmental and public health risks. Culture-independent and rapid identification of AMR bacteria in-situ in complex environments is important in understanding the role of viable but non-culturable and antibiotic persistent bacteria and in revealing potential pathogens without waiting for colony formation. In this study, a culture-independent and non-destructive phenotyping approach, so called Raman Deuterium Stable Isotope Probing (Raman-DIP), was developed to identify AMR bacteria in the River Thames. It is demonstrated that Raman-DIP was able to accurately identify resistant and susceptible bacteria within 24 hours. The work shows that, in the River Thames, the majority of the bacteria (76 ± 2%) were metabolically active, whilst AMR bacteria to carbenicillin, kanamycin and both two antibiotics were 35 ± 5%, 28 ± 3%, 25 ± 1% of the total bacterial population respectively. Raman activated cell ejection (RACE) was applied to isolate single AMR bacteria for the first time, linking AMR phenotype (reistance to antibiotics) and genotype (DNA sequence). The sequences of the RACE sorted cells indicate that they were potential human pathogens Aeromonas sp., Stenotrophomonas sp. and an unculturable bacterium. This work demonstrates Raman-DIP and RACE are effective culture-independent approach for rapid identification of AMR bacteria at the single cell level in their natural conditions.
Effect of Sustained Use of Aspirin until the Time of Surgery on Outcomes following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Kamali Alireza , Ghandi Yazdan , Sharifi Mehrzad 
Published: November 2017

Background The topic of aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid, ASA) use in coronary artery disease patients planned for coronary artery bypass grafting during perioperative period is among the most disputed issues in cardiac surgery. We designed a study to weigh the risks and benefits of continued ASA ingestion until the time of surgery.
Methods In this randomized double-blind clinical trial, 206 consecutive patients scheduled for isolated coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) were randomly stratified into two groups. In group 1 (104 cases), patients were given 80 mg ASA per day until the day of surgery. In group 2 (102 patients), ASA (80 mg per day) was stopped 4 days before the operation. Patients in these two groups were similar in terms of preoperative patient and procedural characteristics. ASA was resumed 24 hours after the surgery in all patients.
Results The rates of bleeding and reexploration within 24 hours of surgery were significantly higher in group 1 (824.3 vs. 492.1 mL, p < 0.001 and 5.7% vs. 0, p = 0.0138, respectively). The amount of intra- and postoperative packed red blood cell (PRBC) transfusion was considerably greater in group 1 (mean: 1.83 vs. 0.71 units, p < 0.001). The rate of hospital mortality was similar (1.9% in both the groups, p = 0.98). Patients in group 1 had significantly longer mean hospital stay than patients in group 2 (8 vs. 5.1 days, p < 0.001). Again the time interval between weaning from heart–lung machine and closing the sternum was strikingly longer in group 1 (mean: 32.1 vs. 14.5 minutes, p < 0.001). The incidence of adverse postoperative outcomes such as myocardial infarction, stroke, and renal failure was not statistically different between the two groups.
Conclusion Sustained ASA use until the day of surgery in patients planned for elective isolated CABG can result in excessive bleeding, increased rate of reexploration, and need for more PRBC transfusion without any proven beneficial effect on reducing unfavorable postoperative outcomes. Hence, we recommend discontinuing ASA between 3 and 5 days before non-urgent CABG while keeping it on in nonelective circumstances.
Ätiologie und Pathogenese der Spondylodiszitis
Authors: Heyde Christoph-Eckhard , Robinson Yohan , Jeszenszky Dezsö 
Published: November 2017

ZusammenfassungDie Häufigkeit der unspezifischen „pyogenen“ und der verschiedenen Formen der spezifischen Spondylodiszitiden nimmt zu. Die Gründe dafür sind vielfältig. Diese Erkrankungen sind auch heute noch mit einer relevanten Morbidität und Mortalität vergesellschaftet. Die Diagnose erfolgt aufgrund der unspezifischen klinischen Manifestation häufig verzögert. Die Kenntnis der Epidemiologie, der Ätiologie und der Pathogenese der verschiedenen Formen der Spondylodiszitis kann die frühzeitige Diagnose und damit den Beginn der Therapie als auch die Therapie an sich erleichtern. In diesem Artikel werden deshalb epidemiologische Daten und wesentliche Aspekte der Ätiologie und Pathogenese der unspezifischen pyogenen Spondylodiszitis sowie der verschiedenen Formen der spezifischen Spondylodiszitis bei Tuberkulose, bei Brucellose und bei Pilzinfektionen diskutiert.
Kinderorthopädie – Schwerpunkt Fuß
Authors: Wachowsky Michael , Eberhardt Oliver , Wirth Thomas 
Published: November 2017

ZusammenfassungFußfehlstellungen im Kindes- und Jugendalter beschäftigen sowohl den Kinderarzt als auch den Orthopäden. Harmlose Fußfehlhaltungen müssen dabei von strukturellen Deformitäten unterschieden werden, bei denen eine Therapie notwendig wird. Im folgenden Artikel sollen die häufigsten Fußfehlstellungen im Kindes- und Jugendalter dargestellt werden.