P. S. Blank

The Delta variant SARS-CoV-2 spike protein uniquely promotes aggregation of pseudotyped viral particles

This study shows that Delta variant SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins cause unique viral particle aggregation, which may affect infection kinetics.

PIEZO1-dependent erythrocyte dehydration as the mechanism for selection of an allele protecting from severe malaria.

The paper investigates how PIEZO1E756del variant causes RBC dehydration, inhibiting P. falciparum infection and protecting against severe malaria.

Planar aggregation of the influenza viral fusion peptide alters membrane structure and hydration, promoting poration.

This study shows that influenza viral fusion peptides aggregate on membranes, altering structure and hydration to promote poration.

Ultra-fast electroporation of giant unilamellar vesicles -- Experimental validation of a molecular model

The paper experimentally validates a molecular model of electroporation by comparing vesicle permeabilization kinetics with molecular simulations.