K. Ring

TERRA R-loops connect and protect sister telomeres in mitosis

This study shows that TERRA R-loops maintain sister telomere cohesion in mitosis, protecting cells from DNA damage and senescence by preventing resolution through tankyrase and C19orf43.

Lizard feeding enhances Ixodes pacificus vector competency

This study shows that feeding Ixodes pacificus larvae on lizards increases their likelihood of becoming infected with Borrelia burgdorferi compared to feeding on mice, and alters gene regulation.