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Farafonov VS, Stich M, Nerukh DA. Complete Virion Simulated: All-Atom Model of an MS2 Bacteriophage with Native Genome. J Chem Theory Comput 2023; 19:7924-7933. [PMID: 37856311 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jctc.3c00846] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2023]
Abstract
For the first time, a complete all-atom molecular dynamics (MD) model of a virus, bacteriophage MS2, in its entirety, including a protein outer shell, native genomic RNA with necessary divalent ions, and surrounding explicit aqueous solution with ions at physiological concentration, was built. The model is based on an experimentally measured cryo-EM structure, which was substantially augmented by reconstructing missing or low-resolution parts of the measured density (where the atomistic structure cannot be fit unambiguously). The model was tested by a quarter of a microsecond MD run, and various biophysical characteristics are obtained and analyzed. The developed methodology of building the model can be used for reconstructing other large biomolecular structures when experimental data are fragmented and/or of varying resolution, while the model itself can be used for studying the biology of MS2, including the dynamics of its interaction with the host bacteria.
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- Vladimir S Farafonov
- Department of Physical Chemistry, V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, Kharkiv 61022, Ukraine
- Department of Mathematics, Aston University, Birmingham B4 7ET, U.K
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- Department of Mathematics, Aston University, Birmingham B4 7ET, U.K
- Área de Matemática Aplicada, Departamento de Matemática Aplicada, Ciencia e Ingeniería de Materiales y Tecnología Electrónica, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, C. Tulipán s/n, Móstoles, Madrid 28933, Spain
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- Department of Mathematics, Aston University, Birmingham B4 7ET, U.K
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Do Nascimento J, Bichet M, Challant J, Loutreul J, Petinay S, Perrotte D, Roman V, Cauvin E, Robin M, Ladeiro MP, La Carbona S, Blin JL, Gantzer C, Geffard A, Bertrand I, Boudaud N. Toward better monitoring of human noroviruses and F-specific RNA bacteriophages in aquatic environments using bivalve mollusks and passive samplers: A case study. WATER RESEARCH 2023; 243:120357. [PMID: 37549447 DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2023.120357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Revised: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/09/2023]
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Monitoring pathogenic enteric viruses in continental and marine water bodies is essential to control the viral contamination of human populations. Human Noroviruses (NoV) are the main enteric viruses present in surface waters and foodstuff. In a context of global change, it is currently a challenge to improve the management of viral pollutions in aquatic environments and thereby limit the contamination of vulnerable water bodies or foodstuffs. The aim of this study is to evaluate the potential of specific accumulation systems for improving the detection of NoV in water bodies, compared to direct water analyses. Passive samplers (Zetapor filters) and three species of bivalve molluscan shellfish (BMS) (Dreissena polymorpha, Mytilus edulis and Crassostreas gigas) were used as accumulation systems to determine their performance in monitoring continental and marine waters for viruses. F-specific RNA bacteriophages (FRNAPH) were also analyzed since they are described as indicators of NoV hazard in many studies. During a one-year study in a specific area frequently affected by fecal pollution, twelve campaigns of exposure of passive samplers and BMS in continental and coastal waters were conducted. Using suitable methods, NoV (genome) and FRNAPH (infectious and genome) were detected in these accumulation systems and in water at the same time points to determine the frequency of detection but also to gain a better understanding of viral pollution in this area. The reliability of FRNAPH as a NoV indicator was also investigated. Our results clearly showed that BMS were significantly better than passive samplers and direct water analyses for monitoring NoV and FRNAPH contamination in water bodies. A dilution of viral pollution between the continental and the coastal area was observed and can be explained by the distance from the source of the pollution. Viral pollution is clearly greater during the winter period, and stakeholders should take this into consideration in their attempts to limit the contamination of food and water. A significant correlation was once again shown between NoV and FRNAPH genomes in BMS, confirming the reliability of FRNAPH as a NoV indicator. Moreover, a strong correlation was observed between NoV genomes and infectious FRNAPH, suggesting recent viral pollution since infectious particles had not been inactivated at sufficient levels in the environment. More generally, this study shows the value of using BMS as an active method for improving knowledge on the behavior of viral contamination in water bodies, the ranking of the contamination sources, and the vulnerability of downstream water bodies.
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- Julie Do Nascimento
- Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, UMR-I 02 SEBIO, F-51687 Reims, France
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- Actalia, Food Safety Department, F-50000 Saint-Lô, France; LCPME, UMR 7564, CNRS, Université de Lorraine, F-54000 Nancy, France
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- LCPME, UMR 7564, CNRS, Université de Lorraine, F-54000 Nancy, France
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- Actalia, Food Safety Department, F-50000 Saint-Lô, France
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- LCPME, UMR 7564, CNRS, Université de Lorraine, F-54000 Nancy, France
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- LABEO Manche, Virology Department, F-50000 Saint-Lô, France
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- Actalia, Food Safety Department, F-50000 Saint-Lô, France
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- Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, UMR-I 02 SEBIO, F-51687 Reims, France
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- LCPME, UMR 7564, CNRS, Université de Lorraine, F-54000 Nancy, France
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Bernardy C, Malley J. Virus Behavior after UV 254 Treatment of Materials with Different Surface Properties. Microorganisms 2023; 11:2157. [PMID: 37764001 PMCID: PMC10535119 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11092157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the limitations in scientific and engineering understanding of applying germicidal UV to surfaces. This study combines surface characterization, viral retention, and the related UV dose response to evaluate the effectiveness of UV254 as a viral inactivation technology on five surfaces: aluminum, ceramic, Formica laminate, PTFE and stainless steel. Images of each surface were determined using SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy), which produced a detailed characterization of the surfaces at a nanometer scale. From the SEM images, the surface porosity of each material was calculated. Through further analysis, it was determined that surface porosity, surface roughness, contact angle, and zeta potential correlate to viral retention on the material. The imaging revealed that the aluminum surface, after repeated treatment, is highly oxidized, increasing surface area and surface porosity. These interactions are important as they prevent the recovery of MS-2 without exposure to UV254. The dose response curve for PTFE was steeper than ceramic, Formica laminate and stainless steel, as inactivation to the detection limit was achieved at 25 mJ/cm2. These findings are consistent with well-established literature indicating UV reflectivity of PTFE is maximized. Statistical testing reinforced that the efficacy of UV254 for surface inactivation varies by surface type.
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, College of Engineering & Physical Sciences, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH 03824, USA;
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Farafonov VS, Lebed AV, Nerukh DA, Mchedlov-Petrossyan NO. Estimation of Nanoparticle's Surface Electrostatic Potential in Solution Using Acid-Base Molecular Probes I: In Silico Implementation for Surfactant Micelles. J Phys Chem B 2023; 127:1022-1030. [PMID: 36655872 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpcb.2c07012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Surface electrostatic potential Ψ is a key characteristic of colloid particles. Since the surface of the particles adsorbs various compounds and facilitates chemical reactions between them, Ψ largely affects the properties of adsorbed reactants and governs the flow of chemical reactions occurring between them. One of the most popular methods for estimating Ψ in hydrophilic colloids, such as micellar surfactant solutions and related systems, is the application of molecular probes, predominantly acid-base indicator dyes. The Ψ value is calculated from the difference of the probe's indices of the apparent acidity constant between the examined colloid solution and, usually, some other colloid solution with noncharged particles. Here, we show how to implement this method in silico using alchemical free energy calculations within the framework of molecular dynamics simulations. The proposed implementation is tested on surfactant micelles and is shown to predict experimental Ψ values with quantitative accuracy depending on the kind of surfactant. The sources of errors in the method are discussed, and recommendations for its application are given.
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- Vladimir S Farafonov
- Department of Physical Chemistry, V. N. Karazin National University, Kharkiv61022, Ukraine.,Department of Mathematics, Aston University, BirminghamB4 7ET, U.K
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- Department of Physical Chemistry, V. N. Karazin National University, Kharkiv61022, Ukraine
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- Department of Mathematics, Aston University, BirminghamB4 7ET, U.K
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Design-of-Experiments (DoE)-Assisted Fabrication of Quercetin-Loaded Nanoemulgel and Its Evaluation against Human Skin Cancer Cell Lines. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14112517. [PMID: 36432708 PMCID: PMC9692577 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14112517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background: Quercetin (QCT) is a natural polyphenolic flavonoid showing great potential in the treatment of skin cancer. However, its use is limited owing to its poor water solubility, poor absorption, quick metabolism and excretion, as well as low stability. Preparation of nanoemulgel has been proven to be an effective approach to deliver the drugs topically due to various advantages associated with it. Objectives: This study aimed to prepare stable nanoemulgel of QCT using a Design-of-Experiments (DoE) tool for optimization, to characterize and to assess its in vivo toxicity and efficacy against human cancer cell lines in vitro. Methods: An ultrasonication emulsification method was used for the preparation of QCT-loaded nanoemulsion (QCT@NE). Box-Behnken design was used for the optimization of developed nanoemulgel. Then, in vitro characterization of prepared nanoemulsion was performed using Fourier Transform-Infra Red (FT-IR) spectroscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), particle size analysis, determination of zeta potential and entrapment efficiency (%EE). Further, the developed QCT-loaded nanoemulgel (QCT@NG) was characterized in vitro using texture profile analysis, viscosity and pH determination. Eventually, the cell cytotoxicity studies of the prepared nanoemulgel were performed on the skin cancer cell lines A431 followed by an acute toxicity and skin irritation study on male wistar rats in vivo. Results: The developed QCT@NE was found to be nanometric in size (173.1 ± 1.2 nm) with low polydispersity index (0.353 ± 0.13), zeta potential (-36.1 ± 5.9 mV), and showed good %EE (90.26%). The QCT@NG was found to be substantially more effective against the human skin carcinoma (A431) cell lines as compared to plain QCT with IC50 values of 108.5 and 579.0 µM, respectively. Skin irritation study showed no sign of toxicity and ensured safety for topical application. Hematological analysis revealed no significant differences between the treatment and control group in any biochemical parameter. In the nanoemulgel treatment group, there were no discernible differences in the liver enzymes, bilirubin, hemoglobin, total leukocyte and platelet counts as compared to the control group. Conclusions: The optimized QCT@NG was found to be an ideal and promising formulation for the treatment of skin cancer without showing skin irritation and organ toxicity.
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