J. E. Contreras

Large-pore connexin hemichannels function as molecule transporters independently of ion conduction

The paper shows that connexin hemichannels can transport molecules independently of ion conduction, challenging the conventional view of their function.

GRA47 and GRA72 are Toxoplasma gondii pore-forming proteins that influence small molecule permeability of the parasitophorous vacuole

This paper identifies GRA47 and GRA72 as Toxoplasma gondii pore-forming proteins that regulate small molecule permeability of the parasitophorous vacuole, with mutations affecting their function and virulence.

Microtubule-Connexin-43 regulation suppresses arrhythmias and fibrosis in Duchenne muscular dystrophy mice.

This study shows that Cx43 phosphorylation status affects microtubule organization in DMD mice, influencing arrhythmias and fibrosis.

Remodeled Connexin 43 hemichannels alter cardiac excitability and promote arrhythmias

This study shows that remodeled Cx43 hemichannels contribute to arrhythmias under cardiac stress, independent of specific cardiomyopathy-related dysfunction.

Free energy and kinetics of cAMP permeation through connexin26 hemichannel with and without voltage

This study investigates the free energy and kinetics of cAMP permeation through connexin26 hemichannels using simulations, revealing binding sites, directional transition rates, and the role of voltage and ions.

A novel voltage clamp/dye uptake assay reveals saturable transport of molecules through CALHM1 and connexin channels.

The paper develops a TEVC/dye uptake assay to study molecular transport through CALHM1 and connexin channels, revealing saturable kinetics and voltage-dependent behavior.

Short-wavelength violet light (420nm) stimulates melanopsin-dependent acute alertness responses in zebrafish

This study identifies short-wavelength violet light-induced alertness responses in zebrafish, mediated by melanopsin and sympathetic circuits, with modulation by melatonin.