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View article: Histological and Immunohistological Alterations in Carrot Roots and Leaves Under Salt Stress
Histological and Immunohistological Alterations in Carrot Roots and Leaves Under Salt Stress Open
Salt stress significantly reduces plant growth and yield, which has led to extensive research on the mechanisms underlying plant salinity tolerance. Carrot (Daucus carota ssp. sativus) is a glycophyte highly sensitive to soil salinity. We …
View article: Comparative profiling of phenolic compounds in callus cultures of Fagopyrum spp.: insights into F. esculentum, F. tataricum, and F. homotropicum
Comparative profiling of phenolic compounds in callus cultures of Fagopyrum spp.: insights into F. esculentum, F. tataricum, and F. homotropicum Open
The genus Fagopyrum includes economically important species such as F. esculentum and F. tataricum , which are valued for their nutritional and bioactive properties, as well as their wild relative F. homotropicum , which is understudied in…
View article: Transgenerational genetic and epigenetic changes induced by gamma-ray in Fagopyrum species
Transgenerational genetic and epigenetic changes induced by gamma-ray in Fagopyrum species Open
Background DNA changes induced by stress may be stable through cell division and passed to subsequent generations. Plant improvement programs require that individuals develop a new heritable trait. The action of mutagens applied in classic…
View article: Cryptosporidium modifies intestinal microvilli through an exported virulence factor
Cryptosporidium modifies intestinal microvilli through an exported virulence factor Open
Cryptosporidium is a common intestinal infection of vertebrates and a significant threat to public health. Within the epithelial layer of the intestine, the parasite invades and replicates. Infected cells are readily detected under a micro…
View article: Expression and Characterization of a Rice β-Xylosidase with Xylooligosaccharide Hydrolysis and Transglycosylation Activities
Expression and Characterization of a Rice β-Xylosidase with Xylooligosaccharide Hydrolysis and Transglycosylation Activities Open
Plant β-xylosidases are less well characterized for hemicellulose degradation than their microbial counterparts. To address this, a broadly expressed rice (Oryza sativa) glycoside hydrolase family 3 (GH3) β-xylosidase designated OsXyl1 was…
View article: Evaluation of Physicochemical Properties of Polymeric Systems for Potential Applications in Cartilage Tissue Engineering
Evaluation of Physicochemical Properties of Polymeric Systems for Potential Applications in Cartilage Tissue Engineering Open
This study investigates the physicochemical properties of hydrogels based on PVA and PVP crosslinked with PEGDA, focusing on their swelling capacity, surface roughness, incubation behavior, and structural modifications upon bioactive compo…
View article: <i>Cryptosporidium</i> modifies intestinal microvilli through an exported virulence factor
<i>Cryptosporidium</i> modifies intestinal microvilli through an exported virulence factor Open
Cryptosporidium is a common intestinal infection of vertebrates and a significant threat to public health. Within the epithelial layer of the intestine, the parasite invades and replicates. Infected cells are readily detected under the mic…
View article: Design and Characterization of Novel Polymeric Hydrogels with Protein Carriers for Biomedical Use
Design and Characterization of Novel Polymeric Hydrogels with Protein Carriers for Biomedical Use Open
Hydrogels are three-dimensional polymeric matrices capable of absorbing significant amounts of water or biological fluids, making them promising candidates for biomedical applications such as drug delivery and wound healing. In this study,…
View article: Targeted CRISPR Screens Reveal Genes Essential for<i>Cryptosporidium</i>Survival in the Host Intestine
Targeted CRISPR Screens Reveal Genes Essential for<i>Cryptosporidium</i>Survival in the Host Intestine Open
The Cryptosporidium parasite is one of the leading causes of diarrheal morbidity and mortality in children, and adolescent infections are associated with chronic malnutrition. There are no vaccines available for protection and only one dru…
View article: Enhanced Hydrogel Materials: Incorporating Vitamin C and Plant Extracts for Biomedical Applications
Enhanced Hydrogel Materials: Incorporating Vitamin C and Plant Extracts for Biomedical Applications Open
In recent years, the utilization of natural components has become crucial across various industries, including medicine. Particularly in biomedical contexts, hydrogel materials are of significant importance. Therefore, the objective of thi…
View article: DNA methylation analysis of floral parts revealed dynamic changes during the development of homostylous Fagopyrum tataricum and heterostylous F. esculentum flowers
DNA methylation analysis of floral parts revealed dynamic changes during the development of homostylous Fagopyrum tataricum and heterostylous F. esculentum flowers Open
Background Proper flower development is essential for plant reproduction, a crucial aspect of the plant life cycle. This process involves precisely coordinating transcription factors, enzymes, and epigenetic modifications. DNA methylation,…
View article: Eco-Friendly Synthesized Silver-Nanoparticle-Modified PVA/PEG Hydrogels
Eco-Friendly Synthesized Silver-Nanoparticle-Modified PVA/PEG Hydrogels Open
This study introduces an advanced approach in the development of hydrogels, utilizing Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) and Polyethylene Glycol (PEG), integrated with eco-friendly synthesized silver nanoparticles [...]
View article: Innovative Hydrogels with Silver Nanoparticles: Synthesis and Applications
Innovative Hydrogels with Silver Nanoparticles: Synthesis and Applications Open
Recent years have seen significant progress in the field of hydrogel materials, especially in terms of their modification with silver nanoparticles [...]
View article: The appearance of amyloplasts as one of the features distinguishing the initial stages of the development of isolated endosperm in kiwiberry
The appearance of amyloplasts as one of the features distinguishing the initial stages of the development of isolated endosperm in kiwiberry Open
The potency of plant cells’ reaction to dedifferentiation and then proliferation corresponds with cell reorganization. The details of cell modifications may rely on the fate of the cells. In this study, the characteristics of an endosperm …
View article: Analysis of Surface and Physicochemical Properties of Novel Hydrogel Materials Supported with Magnetic Nanoparticles
Analysis of Surface and Physicochemical Properties of Novel Hydrogel Materials Supported with Magnetic Nanoparticles Open
Nanotechnology is a field of science that has been growing rapidly in recent times. The use of this science in medicine makes it possible to develop new innovative therapies and materials with therapeutic effects. The topic of controlled d…
View article: Physicochemical Properties of Temperature-/pH-Sensitive Hydrogel Materials
Physicochemical Properties of Temperature-/pH-Sensitive Hydrogel Materials Open
This paper presents the synthesis of fluorescein-modified hydrogel materials. The obtained materials were characterized using FT-IR spectroscopy. Then, their sorption capacity in distilled water and Ringer’s liquid was determined. Us…
View article: Investigating the Effect of the Crosslinking Factor on the Properties of Hydrogel Materials Containing Tilia platyphyllos Hydrolate
Investigating the Effect of the Crosslinking Factor on the Properties of Hydrogel Materials Containing Tilia platyphyllos Hydrolate Open
The use of natural ingredients in recent years has been of great importance in many industries and medicine. In biomedical applications, hydrogel materials also play a significant role. In view of this, the aim of this study was to synthes…
View article: Characteristics of Thermoresponsive Biohydrogels
Characteristics of Thermoresponsive Biohydrogels Open
The aim of this work was the synthesis of functional hydrogel materials obtained via photopolymerization. The resulting systems were characterized in terms of chemical structure using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. Subsequently, …
View article: Global epigenetic analysis revealed dynamic fluctuations in levels of DNA methylation and histone modifications in the calli of Fagopyrum with different capacity for morphogenesis
Global epigenetic analysis revealed dynamic fluctuations in levels of DNA methylation and histone modifications in the calli of Fagopyrum with different capacity for morphogenesis Open
Buckwheat characterises with high susceptibility to in vitro tissue culture conditions, which have been researched extensively to study a plethora of processes. F. tataricum morphogenic callus (MC) is characterised by its capacity for morp…
View article: Investigation of Physicochemical Properties and Surface Morphology of Hydrogel Materials Incorporating Rosehip Extract
Investigation of Physicochemical Properties and Surface Morphology of Hydrogel Materials Incorporating Rosehip Extract Open
Hydrogel materials are used in many fields of science and industry. They are of particular importance in biomedical applications. In this work, hydrogels were obtained that could act as a dressing for wounds, at the same time being a carri…
View article: The Impact of Gold Nanoparticles on Somatic Embryogenesis Using the Example of Arabidopsis thaliana
The Impact of Gold Nanoparticles on Somatic Embryogenesis Using the Example of Arabidopsis thaliana Open
Although the influence of nanoparticles (NPs) on developmental processes is better understood, little is known about their impact on somatic embryogenesis (SE). This process involves changes in the direction of cell differentiation. Thus, …
View article: Author response: Structural basis of malaria transmission blockade by a monoclonal antibody to gamete fusogen HAP2
Author response: Structural basis of malaria transmission blockade by a monoclonal antibody to gamete fusogen HAP2 Open
Article Figures and data Abstract Editor's evaluation Introduction Results Discussion Materials and methods Data availability References Decision letter Author response Article and author information Metrics Abstract HAP2 is a transmembran…
View article: Structural basis of malaria transmission blockade by a monoclonal antibody to gamete fusogen HAP2
Structural basis of malaria transmission blockade by a monoclonal antibody to gamete fusogen HAP2 Open
HAP2 is a transmembrane gamete fusogen found in multiple eukaryotic kingdoms and is structurally homologous to viral class II fusogens. Studies in Plasmodium have suggested that HAP2 is an attractive target for vaccines that block transmis…
View article: Gold Nanoparticles-Induced Modifications in Cell Wall Composition in Barley Roots
Gold Nanoparticles-Induced Modifications in Cell Wall Composition in Barley Roots Open
The increased use of nanoparticles (NP) in different industries inevitably results in their release into the environment. In such conditions, plants come into direct contact with NP. Knowledge about the uptake of NP by plants and their eff…
View article: Inhibition of Carotenoid Biosynthesis by CRISPR/Cas9 Triggers Cell Wall Remodelling in Carrot
Inhibition of Carotenoid Biosynthesis by CRISPR/Cas9 Triggers Cell Wall Remodelling in Carrot Open
Recent data indicate that modifications to carotenoid biosynthesis pathway in plants alter the expression of genes affecting chemical composition of the cell wall. Phytoene synthase (PSY) is a rate limiting factor of carotenoid biosynthesi…
View article: Dissection-independent production of<i>Plasmodium</i>sporozoites from whole mosquitoes
Dissection-independent production of<i>Plasmodium</i>sporozoites from whole mosquitoes Open
Progress towards a protective vaccine against malaria remains slow. To date, only limited protection has been routinely achieved following immunisation with either whole-parasite (sporozoite) or subunit-based vaccines. One major roadblock …
View article: Nanoparticles—Plant Interaction: What We Know, Where We Are?
Nanoparticles—Plant Interaction: What We Know, Where We Are? Open
In recent years; the interaction of nanoparticles (NPs) with plants has been intensively studied. Therefore, more and more aspects related to both the positive and negative impact of NP on plants are well described. This article focuses on…