M. McGregor

Diverse plant RNAs coat Arabidopsis leaves and are distinct from apoplastic RNAs

The paper identifies diverse RNA species on Arabidopsis leaf surfaces that are distinct from apoplastic RNA and may influence microbial communities.

Premeiotic 24-nt phasiRNAs are present in the Zea genus and unique in biogenesis mechanism and molecular function

The paper identifies premeiotic 24-nt phasiRNAs in maize and related species, showing they are distinct from meiotic 24-nt phasiRNAs in biogenesis and function.

CyTOF-Lec: Single-cell glycomics analysis reveals glycan features defining cells differentially susceptible to HIV

This study develops CyTOF-Lec to analyze glycan features in human immune cells, revealing that sialic acid levels distinguish HIV-susceptible memory CD4+ T cells.

mRNA vaccine-induced T cells respond identically to SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern but differ in longevity and homing properties depending on prior infection status

Protracted yet coordinated differentiation of long-lived SARS-CoV-2-specific CD8+ T cells during COVID-19 convalescence

The paper characterizes the long-term differentiation of SARS-CoV-2-specific CD8+ T cells in convalescent donors, showing coordinated evolution with other immune components over six months.

SARS-CoV-2-specific T cells exhibit unique features reflecting robust helper function, lack of terminal differentiation, and high proliferative potential

The paper characterizes SARS-CoV-2-specific T cells in recovered patients, finding they exhibit robust helper function, reduced terminal differentiation, and high proliferative potential.