S. Duarte

DNA metabarcoding-based detection of non-indigenous invertebrates in recreational marinas: influence of sample type and seasonal variation

This study evaluates how sample type and season affect DNA metabarcoding detection of non-indigenous invertebrates in marinas, finding higher NIS detection in zooplankton and during spring and autumn.

Preclinical Characterization of the Omicron XBB.1.5-Adapted BNT162b2 COVID-19 Vaccine

The monovalent Omicron XBB.1.5-adapted BNT162b2 mRNA vaccine elicits stronger neutralizing antibody responses against XBB.1.5 and related sublineages than the bivalent Wild Type + Omicron BA.4/5 vaccine.

Flexible 3-D Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy Sensors Incorporating Phase Delay for Comprehensive Characterization of Atherosclerosis

This study evaluates 6-point stretchable EIS sensors for characterizing atherosclerosis, showing phase delay correlates with plaque burden and impedance with plaque activity, comparable to IVUS and PET imaging.

Catch me if you can: current status and topical issues on the use of eDNA-based targeted detection of rare and endangered animal species

This paper reviews eDNA-based methods for detecting rare and endangered animal species, highlighting trends and gaps in marker selection, assay design, and environmental factors.

Vimentin cysteine 328 modifications finely tune network organization and influence actin remodeling under oxidative and electrophilic stress

Comparing DNA metabarcoding with morphology in the assessment of macrozoobenthos in Portuguese transitional waters in the scope of the Water Framework Directive monitoring

This study compares DNA metabarcoding and morphology for assessing macrozoobenthos in Portuguese transitional waters, finding metabarcoding detects more species and includes cryptic lineages and smaller groups.

Mutation rate of SARS-CoV-2 and emergence of mutators during experimental evolution

This study estimates the mutation rate of SARS-CoV-2 during experimental evolution and identifies genome-wide mutation patterns and mutator emergence.

The spatial network structure of intertidal meiofaunal communities derived from environmental DNA metabarcoding surveys in Northwest Iberia

This paper uses eDNA metabarcoding to analyze spatial network structures of meiofaunal communities in estuaries, finding that niche-based processes drive their distribution.

Status and prospects of marine NIS detection and monitoring through (e)DNA metabarcoding

This paper reviews the use of metabarcoding for detecting non-indigenous species in marine ecosystems, highlighting its strengths and limitations in surveillance and monitoring.

3D additive manufactured composite scaffolds with antibiotic-loaded lamellar fillers for bone infection prevention and tissue regeneration

This study develops 3D scaffolds with antibiotic-loaded inorganic fillers for bone infection prevention and tissue regeneration, showing sustained antibiotic release and compatibility with cell differentiation.

DNA barcode reference libraries for the monitoring of aquatic biota in Europe: Gap-analysis and recommendations for future work

This paper analyzes gaps in DNA barcode reference libraries for European aquatic species and recommends strategies to improve their completeness and quality for biomonitoring.

Vimentin filaments interact with the mitotic cortex allowing normal cell division

This study shows vimentin filaments redistribute to the mitotic cortex during cell division, with their tail domain essential for proper mitosis, and disruption leads to mitotic errors.