Y. Sato

Evolutionary conserved cis-trans regulation machinery for diterpenoid phytoalexin production in Poaceae

The paper investigates the regulatory mechanisms of diterpenoid phytoalexin production in wild rice, identifying DPF and N-boxes as key cis-trans regulators conserved across species.

Florigen-producing cells express FPF1-LIKE PROTEIN 1 that accelerates flowering and stem growth in long days with sunlight red/far-red ratio in Arabidopsis

The paper identifies FLP1 as a gene expressed in FT-producing cells in Arabidopsis that promotes flowering and stem growth under long-day conditions.

The uptake of small extracellular vesicles by recipient cells is facilitated by paracrine adhesion signaling

This study identifies the mechanisms by which recipient cells internalize small extracellular vesicles via paracrine adhesion signaling involving galectin-3, LAMP-2C, and Ca2+-dependent pathways.

Visualizing histone H4K20me1 in knock-in mice expressing the mCherry-tagged modification-specific intracellular antibody

This paper develops a genetically encoded probe to visualize H4K20me1 in living cells and demonstrates its utility in knock-in mice.

Plant-associated fungi co-opt ancient antimicrobials for host manipulation

The paper identifies antimicrobial effectors in plant-associated fungi, suggesting they evolved from ancient antimicrobials to manipulate host microbiota and immunity.

Multiple HP1 binding motifs in SUV420H2 heterochromatic targeting module

This study identifies three HP1 binding motifs in SUV420H2's HTM, showing that the second motif is critical for stabilizing HP1 on heterochromatin.

ISWI chromatin remodeling complexes recruit NSD2 and H3K36me2 in pericentromeric heterochromatin

The paper identifies NSD2 and ISWI chromatin remodeling complexes as mediators of H3K36me2 enrichment in pericentromeric heterochromatin and shows its presence in early mouse embryos.

Micronucleus Is Not a Potent Inducer of cGAS-STING Pathway

The paper investigates whether micronuclei activate the cGAS-STING pathway and finds that MN do not robustly trigger this pathway.

High genetic diversification in a symbiotic marine annelid is driven by microgeography and glaciation

This study examines genetic diversity in the marine annelid Olavius algarvensis, revealing microgeographic and glacial influences on population structure across multiple spatial scales.

Near-infrared imaging of phytochrome-derived autofluorescence in plant nuclei

The paper develops a non-invasive NIR imaging technique to visualize live plant cell nuclei using phytochrome-derived autofluorescence, applicable across multiple plant species.

Application of fluorescence lifetimes to multi-imaging analysis in plant cells

This study demonstrates the effectiveness of fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM) in distinguishing fluorescent proteins with similar emission spectra in plant cells.

Unravelling ATP processing by the AAA+ protein p97 at the atomic level

This study uses cryo-EM, NMR, and MD simulations to reveal the atomic-level mechanism of ATP processing by p97, identifying a metastable ADP.Pi state and its role in coordinating subunit actions.

Structural flexibility of apolipoprotein E-derived arginine-rich peptides improves their cell penetration capability

This study shows that structural flexibility of A2-17 peptide enhances its ability to penetrate cell membranes compared to its constrained variants.

Seed size control via phloem end by callose deposition/degradation of β-1,3-glucanase

The paper identifies a mechanism for seed size regulation through callose deposition/degradation at the phloem end of the ovule, mediated by β-1,3-glucanase genes.

Monitoring single root hairs using a micro-chambered hydroponics system MiCHy reveals a new mode of action of the aminosteroid U73122

The paper introduces MiCHy, a micro-chambered hydroponics system for chemical treatments, and uses it to study the effects of U73122 on root hair lipid dynamics in Arabidopsis thaliana.

Design of artificial molecular motor inheriting directionality and scalability.

This paper designs an artificial molecular motor that achieves directionality and scalability using DNA origami and validates its function through simulations.

Automated escape system: identifying prey's kinematic and behavioral features critical for predator evasion

This study develops an automated escape system to identify prey kinematic and behavioral features critical for predator evasion, showing that escape speed and reaction distance significantly affect predator-prey interactions.

Genome-wide neighbor effects predict genotype pairs that reduce herbivory in mixed planting

The paper identifies genotype pairs in Arabidopsis thaliana that reduce herbivory through associational resistance when planted in mixtures.

Characteristics of the rumen virome in Japanese cattle

This study characterizes the rumen virome of Japanese cattle by constructing a viral genome catalog and identifying viral roles in feed digestion and methane production.

Genome-wide association study highlights escape from aphids by delayed growth in Arabidopsis thaliana

This study identifies a growth-related gene in Arabidopsis thaliana associated with reduced aphid abundance through delayed growth and flowering.

Actin filaments accumulate in the nucleus during interphase and remain in the vicinity of condensing chromosomes during prophase to metaphase in zebrafish early embryos

Microbial mat compositions and localization patterns explain the virulence of black band disease in corals

This study shows that microbial composition and spatial distribution in black band disease coral mats correlate with disease migration rates and virulence.

Identification of lactic acid bacteria with reduced inflammatory and enhanced protective properties against influenza virus

This study identifies a lactic acid bacteria strain, D279, that shows strong anti-influenza properties without inducing inflammation.

Detecting frequency-dependent selection through the effects of genotype similarity on fitness components

The paper introduces a method to detect frequency-dependent selection by analyzing genotype similarity's effect on fitness components using regression analysis in Arabidopsis and damselfly data.

Hypoxia causes pancreatic β-cell dysfunction by activating a transcriptional repressor BHLHE40

This study identifies BHLHE40 as a hypoxia-induced transcriptional repressor that suppresses insulin secretion in pancreatic β-cells, contributing to β-cell dysfunction in type 2 diabetes.

Nanog organizes transcription bodies

The paper shows Nanog organizes transcription bodies by clustering with Sox19b and RNA polymerase II, requiring its DNA-binding domain and an intrinsically disordered region.

Intranasal vaccination induced cross-protective secretory IgA antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 variants with reducing the potential risk of lung eosinophilic immunopathology

This study shows that an intranasal vaccine with CpG ODN2006 induces secretory IgA antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 variants and reduces lung eosinophilic immunopathology compared to subcutaneous vaccination.

"Two-story building" of a ctenophore comb plate provides structural and functional integrity for motility of giant multicilia

The paper identifies a second component of ctenophore comb plate compartmenting lamella, CTENO189, and shows its role in maintaining ciliary coordination and motility.

The UV RESISTANCE LOCUS 8-Mediated UV-B Response Is Required Alongside CRYPTOCHROME1 For Plant Survival Under Sunlight In The Field

This study shows that UVR8 and CRY1 work together in Arabidopsis to help plants survive UV-B radiation in natural conditions, with UVR8 playing a key role in long-term survival.

Bacterial growth in multicellular aggregates leads to the emergence of complex lifecycles

This study shows that bacterial multicellular aggregates develop complex lifecycles through phenotypic differentiation driven by spatial gradients of nutrients, enhancing resilience under carbon limitation.