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Potential therapeutic targeting of BKCa channels in glioblastoma treatment

Molecular Oncology, EarlyView.
This review summarizes current insights into the role of BKCa and mitoBKCa channels in glioblastoma biology, their potential classification as oncochannels, and the emerging pharmacological strategies targeting these channels, emphasizing the translational challenges in developing BKCa‐directed therapies for glioblastoma treatment.
Kamila Maliszewska‐Olejniczak, Karolina Pytlak, Sandra Jaworowska, Bogusz Kulawiak, Piotr Bednarczyk   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Identification of some human pathogenic fungi using four DNA extraction methods

Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management, 2017
Dermatophytes being animal and human pathogenic fungi infect some human at one point or the other in their lifetime. For effective control of dermatophytes, accurate identification of the specific species/strain involved must be known.
TO Samuel, AM Ebabhi, AA Adekunle
doaj   +1 more source

Rethinking plastic waste: innovations in enzymatic breakdown of oil‐based polyesters and bioplastics

FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.
Plastic pollution remains a critical environmental challenge, and current mechanical and chemical recycling methods are insufficient to achieve a fully circular economy. This review highlights recent breakthroughs in the enzymatic depolymerization of both oil‐derived polyesters and bioplastics, including high‐throughput protein engineering, de novo ...
Elena Rosini, Nicolò Antonelli, Gianluca Molla   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Application of direct PCR for phylogenetic analysis of Fusarium fujikuroi species complex isolated from rice seeds

Frontiers in Plant Science, 2023
Plant pathogenic fungi cause severe yield losses and mycotoxin contamination in crops. The precise and rapid detection of fungal pathogens is essential for effective disease management. Sequencing universal DNA barcodes has become the standard method for
Hosung Jeon, Jung-Eun Kim, Jung-Wook Yang, Hokyoung Son, Hokyoung Son, Kyunghun Min, Kyunghun Min   +6 more
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Molecular diagnosis by PCR-DHPLC technique of wood-decay fungi in historical buildings in Italy [PDF]

, 2012
Wood inhabiting fungi cause real problems in the preservation of wooden surfaces and are responsible for the deterioration of cultural heritage. The identification of fungi based on morphological characteristics are still a topical issue.
Gastonguay, Louis, Le Floch, Gaetan, Mannuchi, M., Palanti, Sabrina, Zaremski, Alba   +4 more
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Understanding bio‐based polymers: A study of origins, properties, biodegradation and their impact on health and the environment

FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.
This review provides an overview of bio‐based polymer sources, their unique functional properties and their environmental impact, and addresses their role as sustainable alternatives. It discusses end‐of‐life options, including composting and anaerobic digestion for renewable energy.
Sabina Kolbl Repinc, Blaž Stres, Mirica Karlovits, Igor Karlovits, Petra Jerič, Ondrej Panák, Anja Verbič, Blaž Likozar, Uroš Novak   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Influence of DNA Extraction and Lipid Removal on Human Milk Bacterial Profiles

Methods and Protocols, 2020
Culture-independent molecular techniques have advanced the characterization of environmental and human samples including the human milk (HM) bacteriome. However, extraction of high-quality genomic DNA that is representative of the bacterial population in
Anna Ojo-Okunola, Shantelle Claassen-Weitz, Kilaza S. Mwaikono, Sugnet Gardner-Lubbe, Heather J. Zar, Mark P. Nicol, Elloise du Toit   +6 more
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Electrosynthesis of Bioactive Chemicals, From Ions to Pharmaceuticals

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
This review discusses recent advances in electrosynthesis for biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. It covers key electrochemical materials enabling precise delivery of ions and small molecules for cellular modulation and disease treatment, alongside catalytic systems for pharmaceutical synthesis.
Gwangbin Lee, Sojin Kim, Myeongeun Lee, Kyoungsuk Jin, Jimin Park   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Optimizing fungal DNA extraction and purification for Oxford Nanopore untargeted shotgun metagenomic sequencing from simulated hemoculture specimens

mSystems
Long-read metagenomics provides a promising alternative approach to fungal identification, circumventing methodological biases, associated with DNA amplification, which is a prerequisite for DNA barcoding/metabarcoding based on the primary fungal DNA ...
Nattapong Langsiri, Wieland Meyer, Laszlo Irinyi, Navaporn Worasilchai, Nuttapon Pombubpa, Thidathip Wongsurawat, Piroon Jenjaroenpun, J. Jennifer Luangsa-ard, Ariya Chindamporn   +8 more
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The First Updated Checklist of Novel Fungi in Pakistan (1947–2021)

MycoAsia - Journal of Modern Mycology, 2022
The role of fungi in both natural and managed ecosystem processes is unequivocal with mycotaxa being key drivers of soil, plant and animal health. Recent advances in DNA-based species identification and classification have enforced mycologists to update ...
Mubashar Raza, Lei Cai, Muhammad Waseem Abbasi, Rahila Hafeez, Marium Tariq, Paul M. Kirk, Muzammil Hussain, Nalin N. Wijayawardene   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source