Adan Martínez

Oct 20, 2023 | biorxiv.org | Jofre Seira Curto |Adan Martínez |Martina Garcia |Paula Sotillo Sotillo

AbstractOur life is intricately connected to microorganisms through infection or symbiotic relationships. While the inter-species propagation of prion-like proteins is well-established, their presence in the microbiome and impact on the host remains largely unexplored. To address this, we conducted a systematic study integrating in silico, in vitro, and in vivo analyses, showing that 63% of the gastrointestinal tract microbiome encodes prion-like sequences.

Mar 10, 2023 | uhclthesignal.com | Adan Martínez

Milagros Soto was discovered dead by relatives at her home in the Capitán Bermudez, Santa Fe Province of Argentina on January 13, 2023. The 12-year-old was discovered dead from apparent self-asphyxiation from a makeshift noose with family members blaming the young girl’s death on reported bullying that had been occurring at school. This tragic event connects to the broader context of this opinion piece.