G. Zilio

Identification and characterization of nanobodies acting as molecular chaperones for glucocerebrosidase through a novel allosteric mechanism

This study identifies nanobodies that act as molecular chaperones for glucocerebrosidase, improving its activity and stability, with potential therapeutic applications for Gaucher and Parkinson's diseases.

Evolution of thermal performance curves: a meta-analysis of selection experiments

This study meta-analyzes experimental evolution studies to show that temperature selection leads to adaptive changes in thermal performance curves across taxa, with trade-offs and no support for the 'Hotter is better' hypothesis.

Predicting evolution in experimental range expansions of an aquatic model system

The paper predicts range expansion dynamics in Paramecium caudatum using experimental evolution and mathematical modeling, finding that short-term evolution is driven by dispersal and growth selection, with long-term emergence of a dispersal syndrome.

Parasitism and host dispersal plasticity in an aquatic model system

This study investigates dispersal plasticity in Paramecium caudatum in response to parasitism by Holospora undulata, finding strain-specific effects on dispersal and swimming speed.

Travelling with a parasite: the evolution of resistance and dispersal syndrome during experimental range expansion

This study examines how parasite presence during experimental range expansions affects host dispersal syndromes and resistance evolution in Paramecium caudatum.