S. Desai

Spatial transcriptomic analysis reveals coordinated gene expression in ovarian clear cell carcinoma and adjacent endometriosis in UK and Japanese patients

This study uses spatial transcriptomics to compare gene expression in ovarian clear cell carcinoma and adjacent endometriosis across UK and Japanese patients, finding distinct transcriptional patterns by tissue compartment rather than geographic origin.

Pro-survival roles for p21(Cip1/Waf1) in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

This study shows that p21Cip1/Waf1 promotes survival and relapse in TP53 wild-type NSCLC by enabling quiescence and protecting cells from chemotherapy.

Whole Genome Sequencing and Assembly of the House Sparrow, Passer domesticus

The paper provides a high-quality whole genome sequence and assembly for the house sparrow, Passer domesticus, which serves as a reference for comparative and population genomic studies.

RpoS activates formation of Salmonella Typhi biofilms and drives persistence in the gall bladder

This study identifies RpoS as a key regulator of Salmonella Typhi biofilm formation and persistence in the gall bladder, revealing a CsgD-independent mechanism.

Syndecan-4 Proteoliposomes Enhance Revascularization in a Rabbit Hind Limb Ischemia Model of Peripheral Ischemia

This study shows that syndecan-4 proteoliposomes enhance blood vessel growth in a rabbit hind limb ischemia model when combined with growth factors.

Kinetic tracking of Plasmodium falciparum antigen presentation reveals determinants of protein export and membrane insertion

The paper introduces RISE, a method to track antigen exposure in malaria parasites, revealing factors influencing protein export and membrane insertion.

Durable Control of HIV-1 Using a Staphylococcus aureus Cas9-Expressing Lentivirus Co-Targeting Viral Latency and Host Susceptibility

This study develops a lentiviral vector targeting both HIV-1 provirus and host CXCR4 to reduce gene editing efficacy thresholds for an HIV-1 cure.

Biomechanical Regulation of Breast Cancer Metastasis and Progression

This study investigates how mechanical forces affect breast cancer cell behavior, finding that tension alters gene expression, increases chemoresistance, and promotes metastasis through specific signaling pathways.

Zinc Solubilizing Plant Growth Promoting Microbes Produce Zinc Nanoparticles

The paper identifies plant growth promoting microbes that solubilize zinc and produce zinc nanoparticles, showing their size, stability, and biosynthesis mechanisms.

Co-culture of Saccharomyces cerevisiae (VS3) and Pichia stipitis (NCIM 3498) for bioethanol production using concentrated Prosopis juliflora acid hydrolysate

This study co-cultures Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Pichia stipitis to produce ethanol from concentrated Prosopis juliflora hydrolysate, achieving higher ethanol yield and efficiency than monocultures.

Seed treatment with chitosan synergizes plant growth promoting ability of Pseudomonas aeruginosa-P17 in sorghum (Sorhum bicolor L.)

The paper shows that combining Pseudomonas aeruginosa P17 with high DA chitosan enhances sorghum growth and defense enzyme activity.