S. Summers

HAF Prevents Hepatocyte Apoptosis and Hepatocellular Carcinoma through Transcriptional Regulation of the NF-κB pathway.

Phospholipid isotope tracing reveals β-catenin-driven suppression of phosphatidylcholine metabolism in hepatocellular carcinoma

This study uses isotope tracing to show that β-catenin mutations in HCC suppress phosphatidylcholine synthesis while increasing fatty acid oxidation.

Polypyrimidine Tract-Binding Protein 1 (PTBP1) regulates CD4 T cell Activation independent of its role in proliferation

This study shows PTBP1 regulates CD4 T cell activation markers and signaling pathways independently of its role in proliferation using Jurkat cell lines.

Convalescence from prototype SARS-CoV-2 protects Syrian hamsters from disease caused by the Omicron variant

This study shows that prior infection with a prototype SARS-CoV-2 strain protects Syrian hamsters from Omicron-induced disease.

The effect of heat on SARS-CoV-2 viability and RNA integrity as determined by plaque assay, virus culture and real-time RT-PCR

This study assesses how heat affects SARS-CoV-2 viability and RNA integrity using plaque assay, virus culture, and RT-PCR, finding that high temperatures reduce viability but may affect RT-PCR sensitivity.

Acquired fluoroquinolone resistance genes in corneal isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa

The paper investigates the prevalence of acquired fluoroquinolone resistance genes in Pseudomonas aeruginosa corneal isolates and their association with antibiotic susceptibility.

Mitochondrial pyruvate carrier is required for optimal brown fat thermogenesis

This study shows that mitochondrial pyruvate carrier is essential for optimal brown fat thermogenesis, as its deletion impairs cold adaptation and alters metabolic pathways.

Respiratory Intervention Techniques Increase Selection Rate for Special Forces

A 6-week respiratory intervention program improved Special Forces Selection Course pass rates from 0% to 30% by enhancing respiratory function and cardiopulmonary fitness.