R. Ward

BiP/GRP78 is a pro-viral factor for diverse dsDNA viruses that promotes the survival and proliferation of cells upon KSHV infection

This study identifies BiP/GRP78 as a pro-viral factor that promotes cell survival and proliferation during KSHV infection and inhibits other dsDNA viruses.

Magnetically Controlled Cyclic Microscale Deformation of in vitro Cancer Invasion Models

This study uses magnetic actuation to apply cyclic mechanical deformation to tumor spheroids in 3D matrices, showing increased cancer cell invasion and intracellular calcium responses.

Pericyte Heterogeneity Identified by 3D Ultrastructural Analysis of the Microvessel Wall

The paper identifies pericyte subtypes in mouse brain microvessels through 3D ultrastructural analysis, revealing ECM characteristics and unique structural features distinguishing each subtype.

Cloud-controlled microscopy enables remote project-based biology education in Latinx communities in the United States and Latin America

The paper describes a remote-controlled microscopy framework for project-based biology education, showing increased student interest in STEM after participation.

Non-photopic and photopic visual cycles differentially regulate immediate, early and late-phases of cone photoreceptor-mediated vision

This study investigates how non-photopic and photopic visual cycles regulate different phases of cone photoreceptor-mediated vision in zebrafish, revealing distinct roles of Rpe65 and Des1 in bright light vision.

Pharmacological Restoration of Visual Function in a Zebrafish Model of von-Hippel Lindau Disease

This study shows that sunitinib restores visual function and corrects vascular abnormalities in vhl-/- zebrafish, suggesting its potential therapeutic use for VHL-related retinal issues.