Danilo T. Amaral

A coelenterazine-dependent luciferase from the deep-sea coral Anthoptilum murrayi Kölliker, 1880 (Cnidaria: Octocorallia: Pennatulacea)

The paper identifies and characterizes a coelenterazine-dependent luciferase from the deep-sea coral Anthoptilum murrayi, expanding knowledge of luciferase diversity in Cnidaria.

Insights into the bioluminescence systems of three sea pens (Cnidaria: Anthozoa): from de novo transcriptome analyses to biochemical assays

The paper analyzes the bioluminescence systems of three sea pen species using transcriptome data and biochemical assays, identifying key proteins and confirming their roles in light production.

Signal-amplification for cell-free biosensors, an analog-to-digital converter

The paper introduces a signal-amplification circuit that reduces leakage and improves sensitivity in toehold switches for RNA detection.

Spatial patterns of evolutionary diversity in Cactaceae show low ecological representation within protected areas

The paper identifies hotspot areas of cactus diversity and finds they are poorly protected, highlighting the need for better conservation strategies.

Draft genome of the Brazilian railroad worm Phrixothrix hirtus E.Olivier (Phengodidae: Coleoptera)

The paper presents the first draft genome assembly of Phrixothrix hirtus, revealing gene family expansions and bioluminescence-related genes shared with Elateroidea.