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  1. Article: Use of an immunocapture device to detect cytokine release in discrete brain regions.

    Frank, Matthew G / Baratta, Michael V

    Neural regeneration research

    2023  Volume 19, Issue 4, Page(s) 703–704

    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-16
    Publishing country India
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2388460-5
    ISSN 1876-7958 ; 1673-5374
    ISSN (online) 1876-7958
    ISSN 1673-5374
    DOI 10.4103/1673-5374.382237
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  2. Article ; Online: Measuring Readiness to Change Substance Use, Alcohol Use, and Cannabis Use: An Experimental Manipulation of Cognitive Effort.

    Schwebel, Frank J / Chavez, Jude G / Pearson, Matthew R

    Substance use & misuse

    2023  Volume 58, Issue 8, Page(s) 1062–1068

    Abstract: ... ...

    Abstract Background
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Cannabis ; Substance-Related Disorders/psychology ; Alcohol Drinking/psychology ; Self Report ; Motivation ; Hallucinogens ; Cognition
    Chemical Substances Hallucinogens
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-04
    Publishing country England
    Document type Randomized Controlled Trial ; Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 1310358-1
    ISSN 1532-2491 ; 1082-6084
    ISSN (online) 1532-2491
    ISSN 1082-6084
    DOI 10.1080/10826084.2023.2205539
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  3. Article ; Online: Exploring the immunogenic properties of SARS-CoV-2 structural proteins: PAMP:TLR signaling in the mediation of the neuroinflammatory and neurologic sequelae of COVID-19.

    Frank, Matthew G / Fleshner, Monika / Maier, Steven F

    Brain, behavior, and immunity

    2023  Volume 111, Page(s) 259–269

    Abstract: ... in support of an alternate mechanism whereby structural proteins (e.g., spike and spike S1 subunit) derived ...

    Abstract Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) produces an array of neurologic and neuropsychiatric symptoms in the acute and post-acute phase of infection (PASC; post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection). Neuroinflammatory processes are considered key factors in the etiology of these symptoms. Several mechanisms underpinning the development of inflammatory events in the brain have been proposed including SARS-CoV-2 neurotropism and peripheral inflammatory responses (i.e., cytokine storm) to infection, which might produce neuroinflammation via immune-to-brain signaling pathways. In this review, we explore evidence in support of an alternate mechanism whereby structural proteins (e.g., spike and spike S1 subunit) derived from SARS-CoV-2 virions function as pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs) to elicit proinflammatory immune responses in the periphery and/or brain via classical Toll-Like Receptor (TLR) inflammatory pathways. We propose that SARS-CoV-2 structural proteins might directly produce inflammatory processes in brain independent of and/or in addition to peripheral proinflammatory effects, which might converge to play a causal role in the development of neurologic/neuropsychiatric symptoms in COVID-19.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; COVID-19 ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Neuroinflammatory Diseases ; Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome ; Signal Transduction
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-04-27
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 639219-2
    ISSN 1090-2139 ; 0889-1591
    ISSN (online) 1090-2139
    ISSN 0889-1591
    DOI 10.1016/j.bbi.2023.04.009
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  4. Article ; Online: A short-chain acyl-CoA synthetase that supports branched-chain fatty acid synthesis in Staphylococcus aureus.

    Whaley, Sarah G / Frank, Matthew W / Rock, Charles O

    The Journal of biological chemistry

    2023  Volume 299, Issue 4, Page(s) 103036

    Abstract: Staphylococcus aureus controls its membrane biophysical properties using branched-chain fatty acids (BCFAs). The branched-chain acyl-CoA precursors, utilized to initiate fatty acid synthesis, are derived from branched-chain ketoacid dehydrogenase (Bkd), ... ...

    Abstract Staphylococcus aureus controls its membrane biophysical properties using branched-chain fatty acids (BCFAs). The branched-chain acyl-CoA precursors, utilized to initiate fatty acid synthesis, are derived from branched-chain ketoacid dehydrogenase (Bkd), a multiprotein complex that converts α-keto acids to their corresponding acyl-CoAs; however, Bkd KO strains still contain BCFAs. Here, we show that commonly used rich medias contain substantial concentrations of short-chain acids, like 2-methylbutyric and isobutyric acids, that are incorporated into membrane BCFAs. Bkd-deficient strains cannot grow in defined medium unless it is supplemented with either 2-methylbutyric or isobutyric acid. We performed a screen of candidate KO strains and identified the methylbutyryl-CoA synthetase (mbcS gene; SAUSA300_2542) as required for the incorporation of 2-methylbutyric and isobutyric acids into phosphatidylglycerol. Our mass tracing experiments show that isobutyric acid is converted to isobutyryl-CoA that flows into the even-chain acyl-acyl carrier protein intermediates in the type II fatty acid biosynthesis elongation cycle. Furthermore, purified MbcS is an ATP-dependent acyl-CoA synthetase that selectively catalyzes the activation of 2-methylbutyrate and isobutyrate. We found that butyrate and isovalerate are poor MbcS substrates and activity was not detected with acetate or short-chain dicarboxylic acids. Thus, MbcS functions to convert extracellular 2-methylbutyric and isobutyric acids to their respective acyl-CoAs that are used by 3-ketoacyl-ACP synthase III (FabH) to initiate BCFA biosynthesis.
    MeSH term(s) Isobutyrates ; Staphylococcus aureus/genetics ; Staphylococcus aureus/metabolism ; Ligases ; Fatty Acids/metabolism
    Chemical Substances isobutyric acid (8LL210O1U0) ; Isobutyrates ; Ligases (EC 6.-) ; Fatty Acids
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-02-16
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2997-x
    ISSN 1083-351X ; 0021-9258
    ISSN (online) 1083-351X
    ISSN 0021-9258
    DOI 10.1016/j.jbc.2023.103036
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  5. Article ; Online: Use of adeno-associated viruses for transgenic modulation of microglia structure and function: A review of technical considerations and challenges.

    Ball, Jayson B / Frank, Matthew G / Green-Fulgham, Suzanne M / Watkins, Linda R

    Brain, behavior, and immunity

    2024  Volume 118, Page(s) 368–379

    Abstract: Microglia play a central role in the etiology of many neuropathologies. Transgenic tools are a powerful experiment approach to gain reliable and specific control over microglia function. Adeno-associated virus (AAVs) vectors are already an indispensable ... ...

    Abstract Microglia play a central role in the etiology of many neuropathologies. Transgenic tools are a powerful experiment approach to gain reliable and specific control over microglia function. Adeno-associated virus (AAVs) vectors are already an indispensable tool in neuroscience research. Despite ubiquitous use of AAVs and substantial interest in the role of microglia in the study of central nervous system (CNS) function and disease, transduction of microglia using AAVs is seldom reported. This review explores the challenges and advancements made in using AAVs for expressing transgenes in microglia. First, we will examine the functional anatomy of the AAV capsid, which will serve as a basis for subsequent discussions of studies exploring the relationship between capsid mutations and microglia transduction efficacy. After outlining the functional anatomy of AAVs, we will consider the experimental evidence demonstrating AAV-mediated transduction of microglia and microglia-like cell lines followed by an examination of the most promising experimental approaches identified in the literature. Finally, technical limitations will be considered in future applications of AAV experimental approaches.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Dependovirus/genetics ; Transduction, Genetic ; Microglia/metabolism ; Animals, Genetically Modified ; Transgenes ; Genetic Vectors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-11
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 639219-2
    ISSN 1090-2139 ; 0889-1591
    ISSN (online) 1090-2139
    ISSN 0889-1591
    DOI 10.1016/j.bbi.2024.03.005
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  6. Article ; Online: STAR Has Better Discrimination for Mortality than ERS/ATS COPD Severity Classification.

    Bhatt, Surya P / Nakhmani, Arie / Fortis, Spyridon / Strand, Matthew J / Silverman, Edwin K / Wilson, Carla G / Sciurba, Frank C / Bodduluri, Sandeep

    American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine

    2024  

    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1180953-x
    ISSN 1535-4970 ; 0003-0805 ; 1073-449X
    ISSN (online) 1535-4970
    ISSN 0003-0805 ; 1073-449X
    DOI 10.1164/rccm.202311-2172LE
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  7. Article ; Online: Branched-chain amino acid metabolism controls membrane phospholipid structure in Staphylococcus aureus.

    Frank, Matthew W / Whaley, Sarah G / Rock, Charles O

    The Journal of biological chemistry

    2021  Volume 297, Issue 5, Page(s) 101255

    Abstract: Branched-chain amino acids (primarily isoleucine) are important regulators of virulence and are converted to precursor molecules used to initiate fatty acid synthesis in Staphylococcus aureus. Defining how bacteria control their membrane phospholipid ... ...

    Abstract Branched-chain amino acids (primarily isoleucine) are important regulators of virulence and are converted to precursor molecules used to initiate fatty acid synthesis in Staphylococcus aureus. Defining how bacteria control their membrane phospholipid composition is key to understanding their adaptation to different environments. Here, we used mass tracing experiments to show that extracellular isoleucine is preferentially metabolized by the branched-chain ketoacid dehydrogenase complex, in contrast to valine, which is not efficiently converted to isobutyryl-CoA. This selectivity creates a ratio of anteiso:iso C
    MeSH term(s) Acyl Carrier Protein/genetics ; Acyl Carrier Protein/metabolism ; Amino Acids, Branched-Chain/genetics ; Amino Acids, Branched-Chain/metabolism ; Bacterial Proteins/genetics ; Bacterial Proteins/metabolism ; Phospholipids/genetics ; Phospholipids/metabolism ; Staphylococcus aureus/genetics ; Staphylococcus aureus/metabolism
    Chemical Substances Acyl Carrier Protein ; Amino Acids, Branched-Chain ; Bacterial Proteins ; Phospholipids
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-09-28
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2997-x
    ISSN 1083-351X ; 0021-9258
    ISSN (online) 1083-351X
    ISSN 0021-9258
    DOI 10.1016/j.jbc.2021.101255
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  8. Article ; Online: Near field communication (NFC) device: Evaluation of MRI issues.

    Sautter, Matthew / Sautter, Nicholas / Shellock, Frank G

    Magnetic resonance imaging

    2022  Volume 92, Page(s) 82–87

    Abstract: Objective: Near field communication (NFC) is a wireless, short-range, secure communication technology that may be used for healthcare-related applications. An NFC device was recently developed that was intended for implantation in the dorsal fascia, ... ...

    Abstract Objective: Near field communication (NFC) is a wireless, short-range, secure communication technology that may be used for healthcare-related applications. An NFC device was recently developed that was intended for implantation in the dorsal fascia, above the interosseous compartment of the hand. This implant uses a ferrite rod to increase the distance of communication between devices. The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate MRI issues for this NFC device using standardized techniques and well-accepted methodology.
    Methods: The NFC device (Vivokey Spark 2, Cryptobionic Implant, Vivokey Technologies, www.vivokey.com) was assessed for magnetic field interactions (force and torque) at 3-Tesla, magnetic field interactions according to the simulated intended use of the implant, MRI-related heating at 1.5-Tesla/64-MHz and 3-Tesla/128-MHz, functional change associated with MRI conditions at 1.5-Tesla/64-MHz and 3-Tesla/128-MHz, and artifacts at 3-Tesla.
    Results: The mean deflection angle was 90° ± 0 and torque was "positive". However, tests evaluating the simulated intended use of the NFC device demonstrated no movement, displacement, or rotational alignment. The highest temperature changes at 1.5-Tesla/64-MHz and 3-Tesla/128-MHz were 1.7 °C and 1.9 °C, respectively. There was no change in the operational capabilities of the NFC device related to the MRI exposures. Artifacts were relatively large in comparison to the size of the NFC device.
    Conclusions: The findings indicated that the particular NFC device that underwent evaluation is "MR Conditional" for a patient undergoing MRI at 1.5-Tesla or 3-Tesla, operating the scanner in the Normal Operating Mode (i.e., default whole-body averaged SAR of 2.0-W/kg). Notably, this is the first NFC device evaluated for MRI-related issues.
    MeSH term(s) Artifacts ; Communication ; Humans ; Magnetic Fields ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods ; Phantoms, Imaging
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-06-07
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 604885-7
    ISSN 1873-5894 ; 0730-725X
    ISSN (online) 1873-5894
    ISSN 0730-725X
    DOI 10.1016/j.mri.2022.06.002
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  9. Article ; Online: Evaluation of clinical prediction models (part 1): from development to external validation.

    Collins, Gary S / Dhiman, Paula / Ma, Jie / Schlussel, Michael M / Archer, Lucinda / Van Calster, Ben / Harrell, Frank E / Martin, Glen P / Moons, Karel G M / van Smeden, Maarten / Sperrin, Matthew / Bullock, Garrett S / Riley, Richard D

    BMJ (Clinical research ed.)

    2024  Volume 384, Page(s) e074819

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Models, Statistical ; Prognosis
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-08
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1362901-3
    ISSN 1756-1833 ; 0959-8154 ; 0959-8146 ; 0959-8138 ; 0959-535X ; 1759-2151
    ISSN (online) 1756-1833
    ISSN 0959-8154 ; 0959-8146 ; 0959-8138 ; 0959-535X ; 1759-2151
    DOI 10.1136/bmj-2023-074819
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  10. Article ; Online: Delayed Infection After Cervical Disc Arthroplasty: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

    Federico, Vincent P / Zavras, Athan G / Vucicevic, Rajko S / Salazar, Luis M / An, Howard S / Colman, Matthew W / Phillips, Frank M

    Clinical spine surgery

    2024  

    Abstract: Study design: Case report and literature review.: Objective: To report the relatively rare complication of delayed infection after cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA).: Background: Delayed infection of the M6 device has been a rarely reported ... ...

    Abstract Study design: Case report and literature review.
    Objective: To report the relatively rare complication of delayed infection after cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA).
    Background: Delayed infection of the M6 device has been a rarely reported complication, with all cases described outside of the United States. The reliability of positive intraoperative cultures remains an ongoing debate.
    Methods: Cases were reviewed, and findings were summarized. A literature review was performed and discussed, with special consideration to current reports of delayed M6 infection, etiology, and utility of intraoperative cultures.
    Results: We present a case of delayed infection 6 years after primary 1-level CDA with the M6 device. At revision surgery, gross purulence was encountered. Intraoperative cultures finalized with Staphylococcus epidermidis and Cutibacterium acnes. The patient was revised with removal of the M6 and conversion to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. A prolonged course of intravenous antibiotics was followed by an oral course for suppression. At the final follow-up, the patient's preoperative symptoms had resolved.
    Conclusion: Delayed infection after CDA is a rare complication, with ongoing debate regarding the reliability of positive cultures. We describe an infected M6 and demonstrate the utility of implant removal, conversion to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, and long-term antibiotics as definitive treatment.
    Level of evidence: Level V-case report and literature review.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-08
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2849646-2
    ISSN 2380-0194 ; 2380-0186
    ISSN (online) 2380-0194
    ISSN 2380-0186
    DOI 10.1097/BSD.0000000000001618
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