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Gustavo Barra
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Base by Base explores advances in genetics and genomics, with a focus on gene-disease associations, variant interpretation, protein structure, and insights from exome and genome sequencing. Each episode breaks down key studies and their clinical relevance—one base at a time. Powered by AI, Base by Base offers a new way to learn on the go. Special thanks to authors who publish under CC BY 4.0, making open-access science faster to share and easier to explore.

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    369: NEK2 drives EBV-positive NHL pathogenesis

    White MC et al., PNAS - This episode reviews a PNAS study showing that the kinase NEK2 is upregulated by EBV and its latency proteins and that NEK2 inhibition with the irreversible inhibitor JH295 selectively kills EBV-positive non-Hodgkin lymphoma cells, lowers drug resistance, and reduces tumor burden in mouse models. Key terms: NEK2, EBV, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, LMP1, drug resistance. Study Highlights: EBV infection and the latency proteins EBNA1, LMP1, and EBNA2 increase NEK2 expression in human B cells and patient tumors. Genetic depletion or pharmacologic inhibition of NEK2 with JH295 selectively kills EBV-positive NHL cells and induces inflammatory, ROS-associated cell death with gasdermin D cleavage. NEK2 inhibition reduces LMP1 and c-myc expression, decreases ABC transporter expression and MRP1-mediated drug efflux, and sensitizes cells to doxorubicin. In xenograft and cord blood-humanized mouse models JH295 lowered tumor burden, reduced tumor incidence, and prolonged survival without observable toxicity. Conclusion: NEK2 is a promising therapeutic target in EBV-positive non-Hodgkin lymphoma; NEK2 inhibition by JH295 both kills malignant cells and reduces drug resistance and viral oncoprotein expression in preclinical models. Music: Enjoy the music based on this article at the end of the episode. Article title: NEK2 drives pathogenesis, drug resistance, and LMP1 expression in EBV-positive non-Hodgkin lymphoma First author: White MC Journal: PNAS DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2535550123 Reference: White MC, Lange PT, Stewart J, Damania B. NEK2 drives pathogenesis, drug resistance, and LMP1 expression in EBV-positive non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2026;123:e2535550123. doi:10.1073/pnas.2535550123 License: This episode is based on an open-access article published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support: Base by Base – Stripe donations: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY4gz71B2sN3RWac5gEg00 Official website https://basebybase.com On PaperCast Base by Base you'll discover the latest in genomics, functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. Episode link: https://basebybase.com/episodes/nek2-drives-ebv-positive-nhl QC: This episode was checked against the original article PDF and publication metadata for the episode release published on 2026-05-16. QC Scope: - article metadata and core scientific claims from the narration - excludes analogies, intro/outro, and music - transcript coverage: Audited transcript passages on EBV-induced NEK2 upregulation, NEK2 inhibition mechanisms (ROS, gasdermin D), downstream effects (LMP1, c-Myc, beta-catenin, Bcl-2 family), MRP1/ABC transporters and drug resistance, and in vivo xenograft and cord blood–humanized mouse results. - transcript topics: EBV-induced NEK2 upregulation in primary B cells; EBV latency proteins EBNA1, LMP1, EBNA2 drive NEK2 expression; JH295 NEK2 inhibitor and EBV+ NHL selectivity; Inflammatory cell death: ROS accumulation and gasdermin D cleavage; Downregulation of LMP1, c-Myc, beta-catenin; Bcl-2 family modulation; MRP1/MDR transporters and drug resistance reversal QC Summary: - factual score: 10/10 - metadata score: 10/10 - supported core claims: 7 - claims flagged for review: 0 - metadata checks passed: 4 - metadata issues found: 0 Metadata Audited: - article_doi - article_title - article_journal - license Factual Items Audited: - EBV latency proteins EBNA1, LMP1, EBNA2 independently drive NEK2 upregulation - Primary EBV infection increases NEK2 expression in human B cells - NEK2 inhibition with JH295 induces inflammatory, ROS-associated cell death with gasdermin D cleavage in EBV-positi...

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    368: PARP1 and Amyloid: Protecting Neurons in a Familial AD Model

    Jhaldiyal A et al., PNAS - This episode summarizes a PNAS study showing that PARP1 activation links Aβ1-42 toxicity to DNA damage, amyloid accumulation, neuroinflammation, and cognitive deficits, and that genetic or pharmacologic PARP1 suppression reduces pathology in cells and 5XFAD mice. Key terms: PARP1, poly(ADP-ribose), Alzheimer's disease, amyloid beta, neurodegeneration. Study Highlights: CSF poly(ADP-ribose) (PAR) is elevated in patients with MCI and AD and negatively correlates with the Aβ42/40 ratio. Oligomeric Aβ1-42 activates PARP1 in primary cortical neurons, causing DNA damage and cell death that are prevented by PARP1 inhibitors or PARP1 genetic deletion. In 5XFAD mice, PARP1 knockout halves plaque burden, preserves synapses and neurons, reduces glial activation and inflammatory gene expression, and rescues spatial learning and memory. Mechanistically, PARP1 deficiency lowers BACE1, alters γ-secretase subunits (PSEN1 up, nicastrin down), and increases the Aβ-degrading enzyme NEP2. Conclusion: PARP1 is a critical mediator of Aβ-driven toxicity, amyloid accumulation, neuroinflammation, and cognitive decline in a familial AD model, and its inhibition may be a promising disease-modifying strategy. Music: Enjoy the music based on this article at the end of the episode. Article title: PARP1 deficiency mitigates amyloid pathology, neurodegeneration, and cognitive decline in a familial Alzheimer’s disease model First author: Jhaldiyal A Journal: PNAS DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2525028123 Reference: Jhaldiyal A., Kumari M., Guttman L. C., et al. PARP1 deficiency mitigates amyloid pathology, neurodegeneration, and cognitive decline in a familial Alzheimer’s disease model. PNAS (2026). DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2525028123 License: This episode is based on an open-access article published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support: Base by Base – Stripe donations: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY4gz71B2sN3RWac5gEg00 Official website https://basebybase.com On PaperCast Base by Base you'll discover the latest in genomics, functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. Episode link: https://basebybase.com/episodes/parp1-amyloid-neurodegeneration-5xfad QC: This episode was checked against the original article PDF and publication metadata for the episode release published on 2026-05-16. QC Scope: - article metadata and core scientific claims from the narration - excludes analogies, intro/outro, and music - transcript coverage: Audited the transcript sections describing CSF PAR elevation, Aβ42-induced PARP1 activation in neurons, in vitro neuroprotection by PARP inhibitors, in vivo 5XFAD/PARP1−/− outcomes (plaque burden, neuronal survival, gliosis, cognitive tests), APP metabolism changes, NEP2 involvement, inflammation, and translational cav - transcript topics: CSF PAR elevation in MCI and AD and relation to Aβ42/40; Oligomeric Aβ42 activates PARP1 and induces DNA damage; Pharmacologic/genetic PARP1 inhibition confers neuroprotection in vitro; 5XFAD/PARP1−/− mice: reduced amyloid plaque burden and neuronal loss; APP processing changes: BACE1 reduction, PSEN1/nicastrin alterations, NEP2 up; Neuroinflammation and gliosis attenuation with PARP1 loss QC Summary: - factual score: 10/10 - metadata score: 10/10 - supported core claims: 6 - claims flagged for review: 0 - metadata checks passed: 4 - metadata issues found: 0 Metadata Audited: - article_doi - article_title - article_journal - license Factual Items Audited: - CSF PAR levels are elevated in MCI and AD and inversely correlate with the Aβ42/40 ratio - Oligomeric Aβ1-42 activates PARP1 and induces DNA damage; PARP1 inhibition...

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    367: Ancestral Splice Variation Fuels Cichlid Jaw Diversification

    Singh P et al., PNAS - This paper compares alternative splicing (AS) and gene expression (GE) across 200 transcriptomes from oral and pharyngeal jaws of 18 haplochromine cichlid species across Lakes Victoria, Malawi, and Tanganyika. The authors show that rapid changes in AS, often from low-frequency ancestral isoforms and some novel isoforms, contributed more to early trophic diversification than shifts in GE. Key terms: alternative splicing, adaptive radiation, cichlids, gene regulation, craniofacial development. Study Highlights: Using 200 jaw transcriptomes spanning three East African cichlid radiations, the authors found that alternative splicing (AS) diverged faster than gene expression (GE) and was enriched for craniofacial and jaw morphogenesis genes. Most adaptive isoforms were present at low levels in nonradiating ancestral lineages and increased in frequency in radiating lineages, consistent with standing splice variation fueling rapid adaptation. A subset of novel isoforms evolved rapidly, some within a few thousand years, and mapped to candidate craniofacial genes such as col21a1. Younger radiations (Victoria, Malawi) showed stronger AS divergence while the older Tanganyika radiation displayed more GE differences. Conclusion: Ancestral alternative splice variation, supplemented by rapidly evolved novel isoforms, provided a labile reservoir of protein-coding diversity that likely enabled the extremely rapid trophic diversification of African cichlid radiations; integrating splicing into regulatory perspectives is essential to understand rapid adaptive evolution. Music: Enjoy the music based on this article at the end of the episode. Article title: Ancestral splice variation is a key substrate for rapid diversification in African cichlids First author: Singh P Journal: PNAS DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2516477123 Reference: Singh P., Ahi E.P., Duenser A., Durdevic M., Gessl W., Schaeffer S., Gall J., Seehausen O., Sturmbauer C. Ancestral splice variation is a key substrate for rapid diversification in African cichlids. PNAS. 2026;123(20):e2516477123. doi:10.1073/pnas.2516477123 License: This episode is based on an open-access article published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support: Base by Base – Stripe donations: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY4gz71B2sN3RWac5gEg00 Official website https://basebybase.com On PaperCast Base by Base you'll discover the latest in genomics, functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. Episode link: https://basebybase.com/episodes/ancestral-splice-variation-african-cichlids QC: This episode was checked against the original article PDF and publication metadata for the episode release published on 2026-05-15. QC Scope: - article metadata and core scientific claims from the narration - excludes analogies, intro/outro, and music - transcript coverage: Audited the transcript sections describing AS vs GE dynamics, ancestral standing variation, novel isoforms (col21a1), lake-by-lake evolutionary patterns, and convergent/trophic evolution; cross-checked against the original article. - transcript topics: Adaptive radiation and jaw anatomy in African cichlids; Gene expression vs alternative splicing (GE vs AS); Ancestral standing variation and novel isoforms; Temporal patterns: young vs old radiations (Victoria/Malawi vs Tanganyika); Key genes: col21a1 and craniofacial pathways; Convergent vs divergent regulation across radiations QC Summary: - factual score: 10/10 - metadata score: 10/10 - supported core claims: 6 - claims flagged for review: 0 - metadata checks passed: 4 - metadata issues found: 0 Metadata Audited: - article_doi - article_title - article...

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    366: BRCA1P1 suppresses antiviral and antitumor immunity

    Han YJ et al., Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) - This episode examines a PNAS study showing that the BRCA1 pseudogene BRCA1P1 produces circular RNAs that suppress antiviral innate immunity in human cancers; depleting BRCA1P1 activates interferon-stimulated genes, increases apoptosis and chemosensitivity, and enhances immune clearance in preclinical models. Key terms: BRCA1P1, pseudogene, circular RNA, antiviral immunity, breast cancer. Study Highlights: BRCA1P1 is expressed broadly across human cancer cell lines and is elevated in breast tumors. The majority of BRCA1P1 transcripts are circular RNAs that bind the NF-κB subunit RelA to attenuate NF-κB–driven antiviral gene transcription. Loss of BRCA1P1 by ASO or CRISPR induces ISGs, IFNβ and TNF, increases apoptosis and sensitivity to chemotherapy, and enhances macrophage phagocytosis. In patient-derived organoids and humanized mouse xenografts BRCA1P1 depletion reduces tumor viability and increases T cell and M1 macrophage infiltration. Conclusion: BRCA1P1-derived circular RNAs act as immunosuppressive regulators of antiviral and antitumor immunity in human cancers, and targeting BRCA1P1 activates antiviral programs that reduce tumor growth and boost immune infiltration. Music: Enjoy the music based on this article at the end of the episode. Article title: Regulation of antiviral and antitumor immunity by the BRCA1 pseudogene in human cancers First author: Han YJ Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2528911123 Reference: Han YJ, Zhang J, Shariff M, Wu S, Khramtsova G, Nguyen LC, Peiffer DS, Li N, Lewicka A, Moore M, Piccirilli JA, Olopade OI. Regulation of antiviral and antitumor immunity by the BRCA1 pseudogene in human cancers. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2026;123(19):e2528911123. doi:10.1073/pnas.2528911123 License: This episode is based on an open-access article published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support: Base by Base – Stripe donations: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY4gz71B2sN3RWac5gEg00 Official website https://basebybase.com On PaperCast Base by Base you'll discover the latest in genomics, functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. Episode link: https://basebybase.com/episodes/brca1p1-pseudogene-antiviral-immunity QC: This episode was checked against the original article PDF and publication metadata for the episode release published on 2026-05-15. QC Scope: - article metadata and core scientific claims from the narration - excludes analogies, intro/outro, and music - transcript coverage: Audited the transcript sections describing BRCA1P1 background, circular RNA nature, RelA/NF-κB interaction, depletion experiments (ASO/CRISPR), pancancer expression, antiviral gene upregulation, apoptosis, chemotherapy sensitivity, immune infiltration, PDOs, and humanized mouse models, plus clinical implications and de - transcript topics: BRCA1P1 background and primate-specificity; BRCA1P1 circular RNA and RelA/NF-κB interaction; BRCA1P1 depletion methods (ASO, CRISPR) and pancancer scope; Antiviral gene induction and cytokine responses; Apoptosis and chemotherapy sensitivity after BRCA1P1 loss; Macrophage phagocytosis and T cell infiltration QC Summary: - factual score: 10/10 - metadata score: 10/10 - supported core claims: 7 - claims flagged for review: 0 - metadata checks passed: 4 - metadata issues found: 0 Metadata Audited: - article_doi - article_title - article_journal - license Factual Items Audited: - BRCA1P1 is a primate-specific, chimeric BRCA1/RPLP1 pseudogene; majority of BRCA1P1 transcripts are circular RNAs (~70-80%). - BRC...

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    365: MEN1 mutations and menin inhibitor resistance

    Bourgeois et al., Nature Communications - This study used enhanced CRISPR base editor screens, structural biology, biochemical assays, and in vitro/in vivo selection to map MEN1 mutations that drive resistance to five clinical menin inhibitors and to explain their mechanisms. Key terms: MEN1, menin inhibitors, CRISPR base editing, drug resistance, KMT2A. Study Highlights: CRISPR base editor screens tiled MEN1 and profiled resistance to five clinical menin inhibitors, revealing shared (M327 I/V/T, G331D) and inhibitor-specific (C334R, E368K/V, V372A) substitutions. Co-crystal structures of mutant menin bound to each inhibitor explain resistance via steric clashes or disrupted interactions and correlate with measured Ki and cellular IC50 shifts. Orthogonal in vitro selection and PDX experiments show many predicted mutations arise spontaneously under drug pressure and that higher inhibitor potency or dosing can suppress or overcome some resistant clones. The particular amino acid substitution at a residue critically determines the magnitude and breadth of resistance. Conclusion: Enhanced CRISPR base editing combined with structural and biological validation maps a mutational landscape in MEN1 that can produce pan-class or drug-specific resistance to menin inhibitors; these data can guide clinical monitoring, choices between inhibitors, dosing strategies, and next-generation inhibitor design. Music: Enjoy the music based on this article at the end of the episode. Article title: CRISPR base editor screening identifies spectrum of MEN1 mutations impacting menin inhibitors in clinical trials First author: Bourgeois Journal: Nature Communications DOI: 10.1038/s41467-026-72685-1 Reference: Bourgeois, W., Rice, H.E., Wenge, D.V. et al. CRISPR base editor screening identifies spectrum of MEN1 mutations impacting menin inhibitors in clinical trials. Nat Commun (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-026-72685-1 License: This episode is based on an open-access article published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support: Base by Base – Stripe donations: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY4gz71B2sN3RWac5gEg00 Official website https://basebybase.com On PaperCast Base by Base you'll discover the latest in genomics, functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. Episode link: https://basebybase.com/episodes/papercast-base-by-base-menin-mutations-365 QC: This episode was checked against the original article PDF and publication metadata for the episode release published on 2026-05-15. QC Scope: - article metadata and core scientific claims from the narration - excludes analogies, intro/outro, and music - transcript coverage: Audited the transcript sections describing the CRISPR base editor screen identifying MEN1 mutations that affect five clinical menin inhibitors, including shared vs inhibitor-specific mutations, biochemical and structural validation, and in vivo PDX confirmation, as well as dose-related resistance dynamics and limitatio - transcript topics: Menin-KMT2A interaction and menin inhibitors in leukemia; CRISPR base editor screen design and MV4;11 cells; Shared and inhibitor-specific MEN1 mutations (M327, G331, T349, C334R, E368K/V, V372A); Biochemical binding: TR-FRET and Ki shifts; Structural insights: co-crystal structures; In vivo validation: PDX models QC Summary: - factual score: 10/10 - metadata score: 10/10 - supported core claims: 6 - claims flagged for review: 0 - metadata checks passed: 4 - metadata issues found: 0 Metadata Audited: - article_doi - article_title - article_journal - license Factual Items Audited: - Five inhibitors tested: DS-1594, JNJ-6617, KO-539...

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    364: Peripheral C4 and Schizophrenia: A Neutrophil Gene–Protein Link

    Kalinowski A et al., PNAS - This study reports that C4 protein is enriched in human neutrophils and monocytes and that neutrophil C4 protein levels correlate with C4A gene copy number specifically in people with schizophrenia, linking peripheral innate immunity to disease-related biology. Key terms: schizophrenia, complement C4, neutrophils, monocytes, innate immunity. Study Highlights: Using public gene-expression data and fresh whole blood, the authors show C4 protein is primarily localized to neutrophils and monocytes. In a clinical cohort, neutrophil C4 protein positively correlated with C4A gene copy number in schizophrenia (Spearman rho = 0.63). Neutrophil and classical monocyte C4 protein were reduced in schizophrenia versus controls, and neutrophil C4 associated with perceived stress and symptom measures. Findings support a peripheral, cell-associated source of complement activation in schizophrenia. Conclusion: Neutrophils are a peripheral cellular reservoir of C4 that links C4A gene copy number to complement protein levels in schizophrenia, implicating innate immune cell mechanisms as potential contributors and targets for disease modification. Music: Enjoy the music based on this article at the end of the episode. Article title: Peripheral complement C4 protein in schizophrenia: Association with gene copy number and immune cell subtypes First author: Kalinowski A Journal: PNAS DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2536376123 Reference: Kalinowski A., Macaubas C., Guo H., et al. Peripheral complement C4 protein in schizophrenia: Association with gene copy number and immune cell subtypes. PNAS. 2026;123(20):e2536376123. doi:10.1073/pnas.2536376123 License: This episode is based on an open-access article published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support: Base by Base – Stripe donations: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY4gz71B2sN3RWac5gEg00 Official website https://basebybase.com On PaperCast Base by Base you'll discover the latest in genomics, functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. Episode link: https://basebybase.com/episodes/peripheral-c4-schizophrenia-neutrophil-link QC: This episode was checked against the original article PDF and publication metadata for the episode release published on 2026-05-11. QC Scope: - article metadata and core scientific claims from the narration - excludes analogies, intro/outro, and music - transcript coverage: Substantive audit of the transcript’s core scientific narrative: peripheral C4 biology in SZ (cellular localization, genetic associations, plasma vs cellular activation), links to symptoms/stress, and translational implications, with attention to study limitations. - transcript topics: Innate immunity and C4 in schizophrenia; C4 protein expression in neutrophils and monocytes; C4A gene copy number correlates with neutrophil C4 protein in SZ; Plasma C4 vs cell-associated C4 activation; Clinical associations: perceived stress and PANSS; Limitations and confounds (medication, BMI, sample size) QC Summary: - factual score: 10/10 - metadata score: 10/10 - supported core claims: 7 - claims flagged for review: 0 - metadata checks passed: 4 - metadata issues found: 0 Metadata Audited: - article_doi - article_title - article_journal - license Factual Items Audited: - C4 protein is expressed and localized in neutrophils and monocytes (cellular localization, not plasma only) - C4A gene copy number correlates with neutrophil C4 protein in schizophrenia (Spearman rho ≈ 0.63; P ≈ 0.012) - In schizophrenia, neutrophil C4 protein is lower than controls after adjustment (BMI or related covariates; notable P-values in exploratory anal...

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    363: cfDNA size deconvolution reveals a 159‑bp nucleosomal pivot and tumor fragmentomic signatures

    Zhou Z et al., Nature Communications - This study develops a Lorentzian deconvolution model of cfDNA fragment length distributions across bodily fluids, identifies a ~159 bp component that demarcates intra- vs inter-nucleosomal fragments, and shows that intra-nucleosomal fragmentation entropy distinguishes tumor-derived ctDNA from non-tumor shortening. Key terms: cell-free DNA, fragmentomics, nucleosome, ctDNA, size deconvolution. Study Highlights: The authors modeled cfDNA size profiles as sums of Cauchy–Lorentz distributions with ~10 bp periodicity and applied deconvolution across plasma, saliva, urine, CSF and lymphatic fluid. A distinct ~159 bp component emerged as a pivot between intra- and inter-nucleosomal fragments. Tumor-derived ctDNA shows increased intra-nucleosomal fragmentation entropy and inverse amplitude changes across the 159 bp boundary, whereas phagocytosis-associated shortening increases intra-nucleosomal amplitude without raising entropy. The intra/inter-nucleosomal entropy ratio improved cancer detection performance relative to standard size-ratio metrics across multiple cohorts. Conclusion: Size deconvolution using Lorentzian components reveals nucleosomal structure in cfDNA, identifies a 159 bp demarcation between fragmentation regimes, and provides an entropy-based metric that enhances ctDNA detection while separating tumor-associated fragmentation from phagocyte-related signals. Music: Enjoy the music based on this article at the end of the episode. Article title: Cell-free DNA size deconvolution resolves nucleosomal origins and reveals tumor-associated fragmentomic alterations First author: Zhou Z Journal: Nature Communications DOI: 10.1038/s41467-026-72925-4 Reference: Zhou Z, Cooper WN, Cheng Z, et al. Cell-free DNA size deconvolution resolves nucleosomal origins and reveals tumor-associated fragmentomic alterations. Nat Commun (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-026-72925-4 License: This episode is based on an open-access article published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support: Base by Base – Stripe donations: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY4gz71B2sN3RWac5gEg00 Official website https://basebybase.com On PaperCast Base by Base you'll discover the latest in genomics, functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. Episode link: https://basebybase.com/episodes/cfdna-size-deconvolution-nucleosomal-origins QC: This episode was checked against the original article PDF and publication metadata for the episode release published on 2026-05-09. QC Scope: - article metadata and core scientific claims from the narration - excludes analogies, intro/outro, and music - transcript coverage: Substantive auditing of the transcript's discussion of cfDNA fragmentology, Lorentzian deconvolution, the 159 bp pivot, entropy vs amplitude distinctions, Li-Fraumeni context, phagocytosis vs tumor fragmentation, and diagnostic performance metrics. - transcript topics: cfDNA fragmentomics basics; Lorentzian size deconvolution and nucleosome structure; 159 bp boundary between intra- and inter-nucleosomal cfDNA; intra-/inter-nucleosomal amplitude and entropy ratios; ctDNA fragmentation entropy as cancer signature; phagocytosis vs tumor-derived fragmentation QC Summary: - factual score: 10/10 - metadata score: 10/10 - supported core claims: 7 - claims flagged for review: 0 - metadata checks passed: 4 - metadata issues found: 0 Metadata Audited: - article_doi - article_title - article_journal - license Factual Items Audited: - cfDNA size profiles deconvoluted into Lorentzian components across multiple fluids with ~10 bp periodicity - a ~159 bp component d...

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    362: D614G Reshapes Spike Allostery and Speeds RBD Opening

    Kearns FL et al., PNAS - Simulations and HDXMS reveal how the D614G substitution alters internal communication in SARS-CoV-2 spike, enabling faster receptor-binding-domain opening through newly engaged allosteric pathways. Key terms: D614G, SARS-CoV-2 spike, RBD opening, allostery, weighted ensemble simulations. Study Highlights: Weighted ensemble simulations of Ancestral, Delta, and Omicron BA.1 spikes show distinct RBD opening landscapes and identify two S1 linkers (N2R and a previously underappreciated antiparallel R2N) that connect the NTD to the RBD. In the Ancestral spike a D614–K854 salt bridge constrains the R2N and must break before RBD opening; D614G abolishes that constraint, increasing local flexibility and enabling communication through both linkers. Delta and Omicron BA.1, both carrying D614G, open faster and use balanced N2R/R2N signaling; Omicron also forms a K856–D568 salt bridge and can adopt a unique “peel” conformation. Hydrogen–deuterium exchange mass spectrometry on VLPs confirms altered dynamics around the 614-proximal region consistent with the simulations. Conclusion: Ablation of the D614–K854 salt bridge by D614G relieves local frustration, opens an additional allosteric lane via the R2N linker alongside N2R, and accelerates RBD opening—providing a mechanistic link between the D614G substitution and increased infectivity; Omicron BA.1 further tunes this network with compensatory interactions. Music: Enjoy the music based on this article at the end of the episode. Article title: D614G reshapes allosteric networks and opening mechanisms of SARS - CoV - 2 spikes First author: Kearns FL Journal: PNAS DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2504793123 Reference: Kearns FL, Bogetti AT, Calvó-Tusell C, et al. D614G reshapes allosteric networks and opening mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 spikes. PNAS. 2026;123(19):e2504793123. doi:10.1073/pnas.2504793123 License: This episode is based on an open-access article published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support: Base by Base – Stripe donations: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY4gz71B2sN3RWac5gEg00 Official website https://basebybase.com On PaperCast Base by Base you'll discover the latest in genomics, functional genomics, structural genomics, and proteomics. Episode link: https://basebybase.com/episodes/d614g-reshapes-allosteric-networks QC: This episode was checked against the original article PDF and publication metadata for the episode release published on 2026-05-09. QC Scope: - article metadata and core scientific claims from the narration - excludes analogies, intro/outro, and music - transcript coverage: Audited the spoken content for alignment with the PNAS article's core findings: D614G reshapes spike allostery, dual N2R/R2N pathways, D614-K854 salt-bridge dynamics, Delta/Omicron opening differences, Omicron peel state, and HDXMS corroboration; plus methodological details (WE/MA binning, glycans, and limitations). - transcript topics: D614G impact on RBD opening dynamics; Weighted Ensemble simulations (WE) and minimal adaptive binning (MAB); N2R and R2N flexible linkers as allosteric pathways; D614-K854 salt bridge role and congestion; Variant-specific opening pathways: Delta and Omicron; Omicron BA.1 peel state and K856-D568 salt bridge QC Summary: - factual score: 10/10 - metadata score: 10/10 - supported core claims: 6 - claims flagged for review: 0 - metadata checks passed: 4 - metadata issues found: 0 Metadata Audited: - article_doi - article_title - article_journal - license Factual Items Audited: - D614G abolishes the D614-K854 salt bridge, increasing local flexibility and accelerating RBD opening via dual N2R and R2N l...

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Base by Base explores advances in genetics and genomics, with a focus on gene-disease associations, variant interpretation, protein structure, and insights from exome and genome sequencing. Each episode breaks down key studies and their clinical relevance—one base at a time. Powered by AI, Base by Base offers a new way to learn on the go. Special thanks to authors who publish under CC BY 4.0, making open-access science faster to share and easier to explore.

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    Gustavo Barra
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    2025 - 2026
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