Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Surui Lu"
- Surui Lu's recent research focuses on the impact of plastic pollution derivatives, specifically dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and polystyrene microplastics (PS-MP), on respiratory conditions like pneumonia and allergic asthma, utilizing molecular toxicology and mouse models to elucidate these mechanisms.
- Another area of Lu's work involves the regulation of metabolic genes in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, highlighting the role of Cat8 in energy metabolic balance and glucose tolerance, demonstrating that its overexpression can influence yeast metabolism even in high-glucose environments.
- Additionally, Lu's research explores engineering pathways to enhance the production of valuable compounds such as β-caryophyllene and squalene through modifications in metabolic flux, showcasing advanced techniques in synthetic biology and metabolic engineering.
