The ecological relationship between minerals and microorganisms arguably represents one
of the most important associations in dry terrestrial environments, since it strongly influences …

Light-driven ion-pumping rhodopsins are widely distributed in microorganisms and are now
classified into the categories of outward H+ and Na+ pumps and an inward Cl− pump. These …

Plants and other organisms have evolved structures and mechanisms for colonizing land
since the Early Ordovician. In this context, their surfaces, the crucial physical interface with …

Understanding the structure and functional mechanisms of cyanobacterial halorhodopsin
has become increasingly important, given the report that Synechocystis halorhodopsin …

Cyanobacteria are emerging as a potential source of novel, beneficial bioactive compounds.
However, some cyanobacteria species can harm water quality and public health through the …

This dissertation discusses a mechanism that allows some cyanobacteria to utilize far-red
light for oxygenic photosynthesis. Although visible light is the major source of energy for …

Genome and transcriptome sequencing data are extremely useful resources for researchers
in carrying out biological experiments that involves cloning and characterizing genes. We …

Cyanobacteria are well known producers of natural products, many of which display
bioactivities with potential pharmaceutical interest. Cyanobacteria are classified into five …