Effect of cetrimonium carrier micelles on bacterial membranes and extracellular DNA, an in silico study.

Microorganisms do not live as dispersed single cells but rather they form aggregates with extracellular polymeric substances at interfaces. Biofilms are considered efficient life forms because they shield bacteria from biocides and collect dilute nutrients. This is a big concern in industry since the microorganisms can colonize a wide range of surfaces, accelerating material deterioration, colonizing medical devices, contaminating ultrapure drinking water, increasing energy costs and creating focus of infection.

EMT Molecular Signatures of Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Neoplasms.

Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are relatively rare neoplasms occurring predominantly in the gastrointestinal tract and pancreas. Their heterogeneity poses challenges for diagnosis and treatment. There is a paucity of markers for characterisation of NEN tumours.

Review of the structures and functions of algal photoreceptors to optimize bioproduct production with novel bioreactor designs for strain improvement.

Microalgae are important renewable feedstock to produce biodiesel and high-value chemicals. Different wavelengths of light influence the growth and metabolic activities of algae. Recent research has identified the light-sensing proteins called photoreceptors that respond to blue or red light.

Genome Sequence of sp. Strain WAP21, Isolated from Soil in Canola Fields in Victoria, Australia.

Here, we describe the genome of sp. strain WAP21, which was isolated from the soil of canola fields in Australia. The genome has a size of 4.

Modelling cetrimonium micelles as 4-OH cinnamate carriers targeting a hydrated iron oxide surface.

Hypothesis: Molecular interactions between 4-OH-cinnamate and cetrimonium in solution result in improved adsorption of the cinnamate on mild steel, developing a protective mechanism against the diffusion of corrosive chloride to the oxide surface. Fundamental understanding of this mechanism should allow new design routes for the development of eco-friendly corrosion inhibitors.

Experiments: Via classic molecular dynamics, simulations were carried out for cetrimonium and 4-OH-cinnamate in aqueous solutions at different ionic strengths and the results were validated with experimental SAXS data.