Identification, chemical synthesis, and receptor binding of a reptilian gecko ghrelin
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DOI: 10.1002/psc.3567
Abstract: Ghrelin is known to be a gastrointestinal peptide hormone in vertebrates. It has a unique posttransrational modification, octanoylation, at the Ser side chain of the third position. In this study, we identified the genes encoding… read more here.
Keywords: gecko; receptor; ghrelin; gecko ghrelin ... See more keywords
Gecko Adhesion on Flat and Rough Surfaces: Simulations with a Multi-Scale Molecular Model.
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DOI: 10.1002/smll.202201674
Abstract: A multiscale modeling approach is used to develop a particle-based mesoscale gecko spatula model that is able to link atomistic simulations and mesoscale (0.44 µm) simulations. It is used to study the detachment of spatulae… read more here.
Keywords: spatula model; spatula; surface; gecko ... See more keywords
Understanding Humidity-Enhanced Adhesion of Geckos: Deep Neural Network-Assisted Multi-Scale Molecular Modeling.
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DOI: 10.1002/smll.202206085
Abstract: A higher relative humidity leads to an increased sticking power of gecko feet to surfaces. The molecular mechanism responsible for this increase, however, is not clear. Capillary forces, water mediating keratin-surface contacts and water-induced softening… read more here.
Keywords: neural network; humidity; deep neural; water ... See more keywords
Review: mapping proteins localized in adhesive setae of the tokay gecko and their possible influence on the mechanism of adhesion
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DOI: 10.1007/s00709-018-1270-9
Abstract: The digital adhesive pads that allow gecko lizards to climb vertical surfaces result from the modification of the oberhautchen layer of the epidermis in normal scales. This produces sticky filaments of 10–100 μm in length, called… read more here.
Keywords: review mapping; gecko; adhesion; influence ... See more keywords
Electrostatic attraction caused by triboelectrification in climbing geckos
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DOI: 10.1007/s40544-020-0387-3
Abstract: Adhesion achieved through feet setae is fundamental for gecko agilely maneuvering. Although diverse hypotheses have been proposed, none of them thoroughly explains the setae function, implying a kind of hybrid-mechanism-based adhesion in geckos. In addition… read more here.
Keywords: gecko; electrostatic attraction; adhesion; climbing geckos ... See more keywords
Optimizing electrostatic cleaning for dust removal on gecko-inspired adhesives
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DOI: 10.1016/j.elstat.2020.103499
Abstract: Abstract Gecko-inspired adhesives are one of the most promising forms of controllable adhesives for a wide range of applications, especially robotic gripping, perching, and climbing. One impediment to the technology's success is the negative effect… read more here.
Keywords: gecko inspired; gecko; inspired adhesives; cleaning ... See more keywords
Evidence for cryptic diversification in a rupicolous forest-dwelling gecko (Gekkonidae: Afroedura pondolia) from a biodiversity hotspot.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ympev.2019.106549
Abstract: We assess the phylogeographic structure and test several species delimitation methods in the forest-living Pondo flat-gecko, Afroedura pondolia, by sampling specimens from across the entire distribution in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South… read more here.
Keywords: cryptic diversification; diversification rupicolous; evidence cryptic; gecko ... See more keywords
The effect of substrate wettability and modulus on gecko and gecko-inspired synthetic adhesion in variable temperature and humidity
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-76484-6
Abstract: Gecko adhesive performance increases as relative humidity increases. Two primary mechanisms can explain this result: capillary adhesion and increased contact area via material softening. Both hypotheses consider variable relative humidity, but neither fully explains the… read more here.
Keywords: material softening; capillary adhesion; gecko; adhesion ... See more keywords
BN SO14 - Evaluation of local cholecystectomy service and outcomes (Local Data for GECKO study)
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znae271.185
Abstract: Cholecystectomy is a common procedure performed for different biliary pathologies. Patients have their procedure as elective, emergency, or prioritised bases (Hot Gall bladder service). GECKO is a prospective, international, observational collaborative cohort study Consecutive patients… read more here.
Keywords: gecko; service; evaluation local; so14 evaluation ... See more keywords
Duplications in corneous beta protein genes and the evolution of gecko adhesion.
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DOI: 10.1093/icb/icz010
Abstract: Corneous proteins are an important component of the tetrapod integument. Duplication and diversification of keratins and associated proteins are linked with the origin of most novel integumentary structures like mammalian hair, avian feathers, and scutes… read more here.
Keywords: corneous beta; protein genes; evolution; gecko ... See more keywords
Evidence that gecko setae are coated with an ordered nanometre-thin lipid film
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DOI: 10.1098/rsbl.2022.0093
Abstract: The fascinating adhesion of gecko to virtually any material has been related to surface interactions of myriads of spatula at the tips of gecko feet. Surprisingly, the molecular details of the surface chemistry of gecko… read more here.
Keywords: adhesion; nanometre thin; evidence gecko; gecko ... See more keywords