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  1. Article ; Online: Moonlighting Arabidopsis molybdate transporter 2 family and GSH-complex formation facilitate molybdenum homeostasis.

    Weber, Jan-Niklas / Minner-Meinen, Rieke / Behnecke, Maria / Biedendieck, Rebekka / Hänsch, Veit G / Hercher, Thomas W / Hertweck, Christian / van den Hout, Lena / Knüppel, Lars / Sivov, Simon / Schulze, Jutta / Mendel, Ralf-R / Hänsch, Robert / Kaufholdt, David

    Communications biology

    2023  Volume 6, Issue 1, Page(s) 801

    Abstract: Molybdenum (Mo) as essential micronutrient for plants, acts as active component of molybdenum cofactor (Moco). Core metabolic processes like nitrate assimilation or abscisic-acid biosynthesis rely on Moco-dependent enzymes. Although a family of molybdate ...

    Abstract Molybdenum (Mo) as essential micronutrient for plants, acts as active component of molybdenum cofactor (Moco). Core metabolic processes like nitrate assimilation or abscisic-acid biosynthesis rely on Moco-dependent enzymes. Although a family of molybdate transport proteins (MOT1) is known to date in Arabidopsis, molybdate homeostasis remained unclear. Here we report a second family of molybdate transporters (MOT2) playing key roles in molybdate distribution and usage. KO phenotype-analyses, cellular and organ-specific localization, and connection to Moco-biosynthesis enzymes via protein-protein interaction suggest involvement in cellular import of molybdate in leaves and reproductive organs. Furthermore, we detected a glutathione-molybdate complex, which reveals how vacuolar storage is maintained. A putative Golgi S-adenosyl-methionine transport function was reported recently for the MOT2-family. Here, we propose a moonlighting function, since clear evidence of molybdate transport was found in a yeast-system. Our characterization of the MOT2-family and the detection of a glutathione-molybdate complex unveil the plant-wide way of molybdate.
    MeSH term(s) Arabidopsis/genetics ; Arabidopsis/metabolism ; Molybdenum/metabolism ; Membrane Transport Proteins/genetics ; Membrane Transport Proteins/metabolism ; Pteridines ; Homeostasis
    Chemical Substances molybdate (14259-85-9) ; Molybdenum (81AH48963U) ; Membrane Transport Proteins ; Pteridines
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-08-02
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ISSN 2399-3642
    ISSN (online) 2399-3642
    DOI 10.1038/s42003-023-05161-x
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  2. Article ; Online: Citizen science shows that small agricultural streams in Germany are in a poor ecological status.

    von Gönner, Julia / Gröning, Jonas / Grescho, Volker / Neuer, Lilian / Gottfried, Benjamin / Hänsch, Veit G / Molsberger-Lange, Eva / Wilharm, Elke / Liess, Matthias / Bonn, Aletta

    The Science of the total environment

    2024  Volume 922, Page(s) 171183

    Abstract: Agricultural pesticides, nutrients, and habitat degradation are major causes of insect declines in lowland streams. To effectively conserve and restore stream habitats, standardized stream monitoring data and societal support for freshwater protection ... ...

    Abstract Agricultural pesticides, nutrients, and habitat degradation are major causes of insect declines in lowland streams. To effectively conserve and restore stream habitats, standardized stream monitoring data and societal support for freshwater protection are needed. Here, we sampled 137 small stream monitoring sites across Germany, 83 % of which were located in agricultural catchments, with >900 citizen scientists in 96 monitoring groups. Sampling was carried out according to Water Framework Directive standards as part of the citizen science freshwater monitoring program FLOW in spring and summer 2021, 2022 and 2023. The biological indicator SPEAR
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Invertebrates ; Ecosystem ; Rivers ; Citizen Science ; Environmental Monitoring/methods ; Water Pollutants, Chemical/analysis ; Pesticides/analysis ; Germany ; Water
    Chemical Substances Water Pollutants, Chemical ; Pesticides ; Water (059QF0KO0R)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-24
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 121506-1
    ISSN 1879-1026 ; 0048-9697
    ISSN (online) 1879-1026
    ISSN 0048-9697
    DOI 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.171183
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  3. Article ; Online: Pathophysiologie der implantatassoziierten Infektion : Vom Biofilm zur Osteolyse und septischen Lockerung.

    Wagner, C / Hänsch, G M

    Der Orthopade

    2015  Volume 44, Issue 12, Page(s) 967–973

    Abstract: Biofilm formation is the key factor in the pathogenesis of implant-associated infections. The most common pathogens isolated are Staphylococcus species, opportunists belonging to the physiological flora of the skin. Biofilm formation starts with the ... ...

    Title translation Pathophysiology of implant-associated infections: From biofilm to osteolysis and septic loosening.
    Abstract Biofilm formation is the key factor in the pathogenesis of implant-associated infections. The most common pathogens isolated are Staphylococcus species, opportunists belonging to the physiological flora of the skin. Biofilm formation starts with the adhesion of bacteria and colonisation preferentially occurs on the surfaces of the foreign body material. As an interactive symbiotic "city of microbes," biofilm formation represents an efficient survival strategy for bacteria. In clinically apparent infections the biofilm induces a local host response with infiltration of phagocytic immune cells. The proinflammatory microenvironment results in a stimulation of osteoclastogenesis, with local osteolysis, and finally septic loosening of the implant. According to the biofilm theory, retaining the implant in primary revision surgery is only recommended in early-stage infections with a stable implant; in late-stage infections, or when loosening occurs, the implant should be removed. Results of previous anti-biofilm therapies have not been satisfactory; therefore, current research is focused on prevention strategies, especially the modification of implant surfaces. Basic knowledge of the underlying pathophysiology is a prerequisite for the development of innovative interdisciplinary therapy and prevention strategies; in this context, essential aspects of biofilm formation, its consequences, and its relevance to diagnosis and therapy are described and discussed.
    MeSH term(s) Bacterial Infections/etiology ; Bacterial Infections/microbiology ; Bacterial Infections/physiopathology ; Biofilms/growth & development ; Humans ; Osteolysis/complications ; Osteolysis/microbiology ; Osteolysis/physiopathology ; Prosthesis Failure ; Prosthesis-Related Infections/etiology ; Prosthesis-Related Infections/microbiology ; Prosthesis-Related Infections/physiopathology
    Language German
    Publishing date 2015-12
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type English Abstract ; Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 121792-6
    ISSN 1433-0431 ; 0085-4530
    ISSN (online) 1433-0431
    ISSN 0085-4530
    DOI 10.1007/s00132-015-3183-z
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  4. Article ; Online: Chimeric antigen receptor T cell-based targeting of CD317 as a novel immunotherapeutic strategy against glioblastoma.

    Hänsch, Lena / Peipp, Matthias / Mastall, Maximilian / Villars, Danielle / Myburgh, Renier / Silginer, Manuela / Weiss, Tobias / Gramatzki, Dorothee / Vasella, Flavio / Manz, Markus G / Weller, Michael / Roth, Patrick

    Neuro-oncology

    2023  Volume 25, Issue 11, Page(s) 2001–2014

    Abstract: Background: Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy has proven to be successful against hematological malignancies. However, exploiting CAR T cells to treat solid tumors is more challenging for various reasons including the lack of suitable ... ...

    Abstract Background: Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy has proven to be successful against hematological malignancies. However, exploiting CAR T cells to treat solid tumors is more challenging for various reasons including the lack of suitable target antigens. Here, we identify the transmembrane protein CD317 as a novel target antigen for CAR T cell therapy against glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive solid tumors.
    Methods: CD317-targeting CAR T cells were generated by lentivirally transducing human T cells from healthy donors. The anti-glioma activity of CD317-CAR T cells toward various glioma cells was assessed in vitro in cell lysis assays. Subsequently, we determined the efficacy of CD317-CAR T cells to control tumor growth in vivo in clinically relevant mouse glioma models.
    Results: We generated CD317-specific CAR T cells and demonstrate strong anti-tumor activity against several glioma cell lines as well as primary patient-derived cells with varying CD317 expression levels in vitro. A CRISPR/Cas9-mediated knockout of CD317 protected glioma cells from CAR T cell lysis, demonstrating the target specificity of the approach. Silencing of CD317 expression in T cells by RNA interference reduced fratricide of engineered T cells and further improved their effector function. Using orthotopic glioma mouse models, we demonstrate the antigen-specific anti-tumor activity of CD317-CAR T cells, which resulted in prolonged survival and cure of a fraction of CAR T cell-treated animals.
    Conclusions: These data reveal a promising role of CD317-CAR T cell therapy against glioblastoma, which warrants further evaluation to translate this immunotherapeutic strategy into clinical neuro-oncology.
    MeSH term(s) Mice ; Animals ; Humans ; Receptors, Chimeric Antigen/genetics ; Glioblastoma/pathology ; T-Lymphocytes ; Cell Line, Tumor ; Immunotherapy, Adoptive/methods ; Glioma/pathology ; Xenograft Model Antitumor Assays
    Chemical Substances Receptors, Chimeric Antigen
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-30
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2028601-6
    ISSN 1523-5866 ; 1522-8517
    ISSN (online) 1523-5866
    ISSN 1522-8517
    DOI 10.1093/neuonc/noad108
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  5. Article ; Online: Heterologously secreted MbxA from Moraxella bovis induces a membrane blebbing response of the human host cell.

    Erenburg, Isabelle N / Hänsch, Sebastian / Chacko, Feby M / Hamacher, Anna / Wintgens, Sebastian / Stuhldreier, Fabian / Poschmann, Gereon / Spitz, Olivia / Stühler, Kai / Wesselborg, Sebastian / Hegemann, Johannes H / Smits, Sander H J / Weidtkamp-Peters, Stefanie / Schmitt, Lutz

    Scientific reports

    2022  Volume 12, Issue 1, Page(s) 17825

    Abstract: Many proteins of the Repeats in Toxins (RTX) protein family are toxins of Gram-negative pathogens including hemolysin A (HlyA) of uropathogenic E. coli. RTX proteins are secreted via Type I secretion systems (T1SS) and adopt their native conformation in ... ...

    Abstract Many proteins of the Repeats in Toxins (RTX) protein family are toxins of Gram-negative pathogens including hemolysin A (HlyA) of uropathogenic E. coli. RTX proteins are secreted via Type I secretion systems (T1SS) and adopt their native conformation in the Ca
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Acyltransferases ; Bacterial Proteins/metabolism ; Escherichia coli/metabolism ; Escherichia coli Proteins/metabolism ; Hemolysin Proteins/metabolism ; Moraxella bovis/metabolism ; Type I Secretion Systems
    Chemical Substances Acyltransferases (EC 2.3.-) ; Bacterial Proteins ; Escherichia coli Proteins ; Hemolysin Proteins ; Type I Secretion Systems
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-24
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2615211-3
    ISSN 2045-2322 ; 2045-2322
    ISSN (online) 2045-2322
    ISSN 2045-2322
    DOI 10.1038/s41598-022-22480-x
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  6. Article ; Online: Efficient Gene Delivery of Tailored Amphiphilic Polypeptides by Polyplex Surfing.

    Klemm, Paul / Solomun, Jana I / Rodewald, Marko / Kuchenbrod, Maren T / Hänsch, Veit G / Richter, Friederike / Popp, Jürgen / Hertweck, Christian / Hoeppener, Stephanie / Bonduelle, Colin / Lecommandoux, Sébastien / Traeger, Anja / Schubert, Stephanie

    Biomacromolecules

    2022  Volume 23, Issue 11, Page(s) 4718–4733

    Abstract: Within this study, an amphiphilic and potentially biodegradable polypeptide library based on poly[(4-aminobutyl)-l-glutamine- ...

    Abstract Within this study, an amphiphilic and potentially biodegradable polypeptide library based on poly[(4-aminobutyl)-l-glutamine-
    MeSH term(s) Glutamine ; Gene Transfer Techniques ; Genetic Therapy ; Transfection ; Cations ; Peptides
    Chemical Substances Glutamine (0RH81L854J) ; Cations ; Peptides
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-21
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ISSN 1526-4602
    ISSN (online) 1526-4602
    DOI 10.1021/acs.biomac.2c00919
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  7. Article ; Online: Enzyme-Primed Native Chemical Ligation Produces Autoinducing Cyclopeptides in Clostridia.

    Molloy, Evelyn M / Dell, Maria / Hänsch, Veit G / Dunbar, Kyle L / Feldmann, Romy / Oberheide, Ansgar / Seyfarth, Lydia / Kumpfmüller, Jana / Horch, Therese / Arndt, Hans-Dieter / Hertweck, Christian

    Angewandte Chemie (International ed. in English)

    2021  Volume 60, Issue 19, Page(s) 10670–10679

    Abstract: Clostridia coordinate many important processes such as toxin production, infection, and survival by density-dependent communication (quorum sensing) using autoinducing peptides (AIPs). Although clostridial AIPs have been proposed to be (thio)lactone- ... ...

    Abstract Clostridia coordinate many important processes such as toxin production, infection, and survival by density-dependent communication (quorum sensing) using autoinducing peptides (AIPs). Although clostridial AIPs have been proposed to be (thio)lactone-containing peptides, their true structures remain elusive. Here, we report the genome-guided discovery of an AIP that controls endospore formation in Ruminiclostridium cellulolyticum. Through a combination of chemical synthesis and chemical complementation assays with a mutant strain, we reveal that the genuine chemical mediator is a homodetic cyclopeptide (cAIP). Kinetic analyses indicate that the mature cAIP is produced via a cryptic thiolactone intermediate that undergoes a rapid S→N acyl shift, in a manner similar to intramolecular native chemical ligation (NCL). Finally, by implementing a chemical probe in a targeted screen, we show that this novel enzyme-primed, intramolecular NCL is a widespread feature of clostridial AIP biosynthesis.
    MeSH term(s) Clostridium/chemistry ; Kinetics ; Peptide Hydrolases/chemistry ; Peptide Hydrolases/metabolism ; Peptides, Cyclic/biosynthesis ; Peptides, Cyclic/chemistry
    Chemical Substances Peptides, Cyclic ; Peptide Hydrolases (EC 3.4.-)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-03-26
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2011836-3
    ISSN 1521-3773 ; 1433-7851
    ISSN (online) 1521-3773
    ISSN 1433-7851
    DOI 10.1002/anie.202016378
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  8. Article ; Online: Prophylaxis of implant-related infections by local release of vancomycin from a hydrogel in rabbits.

    Boot, W / Vogely, H C / Jiao, C / Nikkels, P G / Pouran, B / van Rijen, M H / Ekkelenkamp, M B / Hänsch, G M / Dhert, W J / Gawlitta, D

    European cells & materials

    2020  Volume 39, Page(s) 108–120

    Abstract: Local prophylaxis with antibiotic-loaded bone cement is a successful method to prevent post-operative infections in patients receiving orthopaedic implants. No comparable method is available for uncemented implants. Therefore, a hydrogel consisting of ... ...

    Abstract Local prophylaxis with antibiotic-loaded bone cement is a successful method to prevent post-operative infections in patients receiving orthopaedic implants. No comparable method is available for uncemented implants. Therefore, a hydrogel consisting of hyaluronic and polylactic acids was evaluated in a rabbit model for delivery of antimicrobial agents to prevent post-operative infections. In a pilot study, the suitability of the in vivo model was assessed by testing the hydrogel as carrier material for antimicrobial agents.In the main study, the antimicrobial-agent-loaded hydrogel was evaluated for infection prophylaxis. Rabbits received a titanium rod intramedullary in the tibia after contamination with Staphylococcus aureus. The rods were coated with unloaded hydrogel (Gel), hydrogel loaded with 2 % (Van2) or 5 % vancomycin (Van5), bioactive glass (BAG) or N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC). To analyse the infection severity after 28 d, histopathological, bacteriological, micro-computed tomographic and haematological analyses were performed. In the pilot study, the Van5 group had less infection (0/6 infected) as compared to the Gel group (5/5, p = 0.000) and the in vivo model was deemed suitable. In the main study, in the Van2 and Van5 groups, the number of infected animals was lower [1/6 (p = 0.006) and 2/6 (p = 0.044) infected, respectively]. In contrast, BAG and NAC groups showed no infection reduction (5/6 both groups, p = 0.997). The hydrogel can be used as a local carrier of vancomycin for prophylaxis of implant-related infections.The present study showed promising results for local delivery of antibacterial agents by hydrogel to prevent implant-related infections.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Bone and Bones/pathology ; Drug Liberation ; Female ; Hydrogels/chemistry ; Pilot Projects ; Prosthesis-Related Infections/blood ; Prosthesis-Related Infections/drug therapy ; Prosthesis-Related Infections/microbiology ; Prosthesis-Related Infections/prevention & control ; Rabbits ; Titanium ; Vancomycin/therapeutic use ; X-Ray Microtomography
    Chemical Substances Hydrogels ; Vancomycin (6Q205EH1VU) ; Titanium (D1JT611TNE)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-02-19
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2046669-9
    ISSN 1473-2262 ; 1473-2262
    ISSN (online) 1473-2262
    ISSN 1473-2262
    DOI 10.22203/eCM.v039a07
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  9. Article ; Online: Dual-comb coherent Raman spectroscopy with lasers of 1-GHz pulse repetition frequency.

    Mohler, Kathrin J / Bohn, Bernhard J / Yan, Ming / Mélen, Gwénaëlle / Hänsch, Theodor W / Picqué, Nathalie

    Optics letters

    2017  Volume 42, Issue 2, Page(s) 318–321

    Abstract: We extend the technique of multiplex coherent Raman spectroscopy with two femtosecond mode-locked lasers to oscillators of a pulse repetition frequency of 1 GHz. We demonstrate a spectra of liquids, which span 1100  cm ... -1 ... of Raman shifts. At a ... ...

    Abstract We extend the technique of multiplex coherent Raman spectroscopy with two femtosecond mode-locked lasers to oscillators of a pulse repetition frequency of 1 GHz. We demonstrate a spectra of liquids, which span 1100  cm<sup>-1</sup> of Raman shifts. At a resolution of 6  cm<sup>-1</sup>, their measurement time may be as short as 5 μs for a refresh rate of 2 kHz. The waiting period between acquisitions is improved 10-fold compared to previous experiments with two lasers of 100-MHz repetition frequencies.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-01-15
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1539-4794
    ISSN (online) 1539-4794
    DOI 10.1364/OL.42.000318
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  10. Article ; Online: Mid-infrared dual-comb spectroscopy with electro-optic modulators.

    Yan, Ming / Luo, Pei-Ling / Iwakuni, Kana / Millot, Guy / Hänsch, Theodor W / Picqué, Nathalie

    Light, science & applications

    2017  Volume 6, Issue 10, Page(s) e17076

    Abstract: Absorption spectroscopy of fundamental ro-vibrational transitions in the mid-infrared region provides a powerful tool for studying the structure and dynamics of molecules in the gas phase and for sensitive and quantitative gas sensing. Laser frequency ... ...

    Abstract Absorption spectroscopy of fundamental ro-vibrational transitions in the mid-infrared region provides a powerful tool for studying the structure and dynamics of molecules in the gas phase and for sensitive and quantitative gas sensing. Laser frequency combs permit novel approaches to perform broadband molecular spectroscopy. Multiplex dual-comb spectroscopy without moving parts can achieve particularly high speed, sensitivity and resolution. However, achieving Doppler-limited resolution in the mid-infrared still requires overcoming instrumental challenges. Here we demonstrate a new approach based on difference-frequency generation of frequency-agile near-infrared frequency combs that are produced using electro-optic modulators. The combs have a remarkably flat intensity distribution, and their positions and line spacings can be freely selected by simply dialing a knob. Using the proposed technique, we record, in the 3-μm region, Doppler-limited absorption spectra with resolved comb lines within milliseconds, and precise molecular line parameters are retrieved. Our technique holds promise for fast and sensitive time-resolved studies of, for example, trace gases.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-10-20
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2662628-7
    ISSN 2047-7538 ; 2047-7538
    ISSN (online) 2047-7538
    ISSN 2047-7538
    DOI 10.1038/lsa.2017.76
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