Espensen Acosta

Application of biochar in soils can affect the soil properties and, in turn, the fate of pesticides. Batch experiments were conducted to investigate the effect of sewage sludge-derived biochars on the dissipation of a fungicide carbendazim in soil, and the transformation of carbendazim in soil was also studied. Results showed that the dissipation…[Read more]

Application of biochar in soils can affect the soil properties and, in turn, the fate of pesticides. Batch experiments were conducted to investigate the effect of sewage sludge-derived biochars on the dissipation of a fungicide carbendazim in soil, and the transformation of carbendazim in soil was also studied. Results showed that the dissipation…[Read more]

Loss-of-function (LOF) mutations in ANGPTL3, an inhibitor of lipoprotein lipase (LPL), cause a drastic reduction of serum lipoproteins and protect against the development of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Therefore, ANGPTL3 is a promising therapy target. We characterized the impacts of ANGPTL3 depletion on the immortalized human…[Read more]

An enterocele is a peritoneal herniation through or into the vagina, typically as a posterior enterocele, which develops in the rectovaginal space (pouch of Douglas or cul-de-sac). An anterior enterocele in the vesicovaginal space is a rare condition, but a possible complication after cystectomy or hysterectomy. Herein, we report a rare case of…[Read more]

Giardia parasites are ubiquitous protozoans of global importance that impact a wide range of animals including humans. They are the most common enteric pathogen of cats and dogs in developed countries and infect ∼1 billion people worldwide. While Giardia infections can be asymptomatic, they often result in severe and chronic diseases. There is a…[Read more]