The present study reports on fibrinogen (Fg) binding of Staphylococcus epidermidis. Adhesion of different S. epidermidis strains to immobilized Fg was found to vary significantly between different strains, and the component responsible was found to be proteinaceous in nature. To further characterize the Fg-binding activity, a shotgun phage display library covering the S. epidermidis chromosome ...

This study examined the effects of storage conditions such as time course, temperature, fluorescent light, and darkness on the components and antibacterial activity of formalin guaiacol (FG) used in endodontic treatment. We measured the quantities of formaldehyde and guaiacol in FG and antibacterial activities against Staphylococcus aureus, Porphyromonas gingivalis, and Porphyromonas endodontal...

curacies within navigation software was investigated. Novel hybrid tracker configurations included use of the Window FG with infrared and/or video-based trackers. Results The fiducial registration error (FRE) between fiducials on the vertical phantom and divot targets was (1.12 ± 0.39), (1.19 ± 0.59), and (1.30 ± 0.91) mm in (x, y, z) directions for the Window FG, respectively, and (1.49 ± 0.63...

In this study, the mechanical buckling response of refined hyperbolic shear deformable (FG) functionally graded nanobeams embedded in an elastic foundation is investigated based on the refined hyperbolic shear deformation theory. Material properties of the FG nanobeam change continuously in the thickness direction based on the power-law model. To capture small size effects, Eringen’s nonlocal e...

Abstract Nuclear pore complexes (NPCs) regulate all molecular transport between the nucleus and cytoplasm in eukaryotic cells. Intrinsically disordered Phe-Gly nucleoporins (FG-Nups) line central conduit of NPCs to impart a selective barrier where large proteins are excluded unless bound receptor (karyopherin; Kap). Here, we assess “Kap-centric” NPC models, which postulate that Kaps participate...

We applied transmission electron microscopy and densitometric image analysis to measure the cell volume (V) and dry weight (DW) of single bacterial cells. The system was applied to measure the DW of Escherichia coli DSM 613 at different growth phases and of natural bacterial assemblages of two lakes, Piburger See and Gossenköllesee. We found a functional allometric relationship between DW (in f...

This study was conducted to investigate the effect of fenugreek and copper sulfate supplementation levels and their combinations in diets on productive, physiological performance, lipids profile in blood, liver or yolk, fertility and hatchability of Japanese quail for a period of 7 weeks (from 8 to 14 weeks). A total number of 162 mature Japanese quail birds were used in this study. Quail birds...

Fluorinated graphene/ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (FG/UHMWPE) composites were prepared by ultrasonic dispersion and hot pressing. The mechanical propertys and tribological property of pure UHMWPE and FG/UHMWPE composites were investigated by micro hardness tester and high-speed reciprocating friction tester. The wear volume of the sample was measured by the scanning electron microsc...

This review summarizes current knowledge on the structure, function, assembly and biomedical applications of the superfamily of adhesive fimbrial organelles exposed on the surface of Gram-negative pathogens with the classical chaperone/usher machinery. High-resolution three-dimensional (3D) structure studies of the minifibers assembling with the FGL (having a long F1-G1 loop) and FGS (having a ...

Purpose: Connective tissue growth factor (CTGF) is overexpressed in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) and facilitates local desmoplasia, tumor progression and metastasis in animal models. This study evaluated safety and initial efficacy of the anti-CTGF antibody FG-3019 in combination with gemcitabine and erlotinib in patients with previously untreated Stage III or Stage IV PDAC. Methods:...