H. Ando

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.

Extracellular vesicles adhere to cells primarily by interactions of integrins and GM1 with laminin

The paper shows tumor-derived extracellular vesicles bind to laminin via integrins and GM1, inducing cell responses.

Phylogenomics supports island contribution to metapopulation dynamics in a predominantly continental bird species

The paper investigates gene flow between island and continental populations of Swinhoe's Rail, finding asymmetric gene flow from island to continental populations and a role for islands as genetic reservoirs.

Inhibitory effect of Ephedra herba on human norovirus infection in human intestinal organoids

This study screens Kampo crude drugs for anti-HuNoV effects using human intestinal organoids, identifying Ephedra herba as a novel inhibitor targeting the post-entry step of infection.

Mass cytometry identifies characteristic immune cell subsets in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid from interstitial lung diseases

The paper uses mass cytometry to identify distinct immune cell subsets in BALF from ILD patients, revealing disease-specific immune signatures.

Isolation and characterization of a novel phage SaGU1 that infects Staphylococcus aureus clinical isolates from patients with atopic dermatitis

This study isolates and characterizes a novel phage SaGU1 that infects S. aureus clinical isolates from atopic dermatitis patients, showing it is safe and effective for phage therapy.