Publications by authors named "F Trnka"

Neuronal transmission relies on the regulated secretion of neurotransmitters, which are packed in synaptic vesicles (SVs). Hundreds of SVs accumulate at synaptic boutons. Despite being held together, SVs are highly mobile, so that they can be recruited to the plasma membrane for their rapid release during neuronal activity.

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Even the most delicate endonasal surgery for skull base lesion causes changes in the nasal cavity, some of them permanent. Morphological changes in the nasal cavity and their consequences (changes in nasal airflow) are often studied by advanced numerical analysis called computational fluid dynamics. This review summarizes current knowledge of endoscopic transsphenoidal skull base surgery effects on nasal airflow.

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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that leads to the death of upper and lower motor neurons. While most cases of ALS are sporadic, some of the familial forms of the disease are caused by mutations in the gene encoding for the RNA-binding protein FUS. Under physiological conditions, FUS readily phase separates into liquid-like droplets and .

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  • Mature larvae and pupae of three species within the Lixini tribe have been described for the first time, highlighting their unique physical characteristics.
  • The study reveals distinctions between these species and other related genera through specific traits like endocarina presence and abdominal segment counts.
  • It argues against classifying the Rhinocyllini tribe based on larvae and pupae characteristics and suggests that both adult and immature forms can help differentiate subgenera within the genus studied, emphasizing the importance of immature morphology in taxonomy.
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Mature larvae and pupae of (Scopoli, 1763) (Curculionidae: Lixinae: Cleonini) are morphologically described in detail for the first time and compared with known larvae and pupae of other Cleonini species. The results of measurements and characteristics most typical for larvae and pupae of Cleonini are newly extracted and critically discussed, along with some records given previously. Keys for the determination of selected Cleonini species based on their larval and pupal characteristics are attached.

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