M. Lucas

Monovalent Pseudo-Natural Product Degraders Supercharge the Native Degradation of IDO1 by KLHDC3

The paper identifies iDegs, which enhance IDO1 degradation via the native CRL2KLHDC3 pathway, reducing kynurenine formation and offering new therapeutic potential for cancer.

The distribution of particulate organic matter in the heterogeneous soil matrix - balancing between aerobic respiration and denitrification

This study quantifies microscale hotspots of aerobic respiration and denitrification in soil by analyzing POM distribution, revealing distal POM as a key driver of denitrification and highlighting the need for improved predictive models.

Rapid Emergence and Evolution of SARS-CoV-2 Variants in Advanced HIV Infection

This study shows that advanced HIV infection leads to high intra-host SARS-CoV-2 spike diversity and adaptive evolution, potentially contributing to new variants of concern.

Mechanisms involved in the production of differently colored feathers in the structurally-colored Swallow Tanager (Tersina viridis; Aves: Thraupidae)

This study examines how structural and melanin differences in feather nanostructures produce color variation in Swallow Tanagers.

Cdc42EP5/BORG3 modulates SEPT9 to promote actomyosin function and melanoma invasion and metastasis

This study shows Cdc42EP5 regulates melanoma invasion and metastasis by modulating SEPT9 to enhance actomyosin contractility and F-actin crosslinking.

Influence of selective treatment on Haematobia irritans infestation of untreated cattle

The paper evaluates the effect of selectively treating 15% of heavily infested cattle with diazinon ear tags on reducing horn fly infestation in the entire herd.

Diversity and seasonality of horse flies (Diptera: Tabanidae) in Uruguay

This study identifies 16 horse fly species in Uruguay, including three new records, and documents seasonal patterns and environmental influences on their abundance.

Development of a model estimating root length density from root impacts on a soil profile in pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br). Application to measure root system response to water stress in field conditions

The paper develops a model to estimate root length density from root intersection densities in pearl millet, showing root reorientation under water stress.