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Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are the most abundant class of organic compounds in space. The PAH field evolves from the constant interaction between experimentalists, theorists, modellers and observers. While laboratory research and quantum chemical calculations together set up the molecular…

The molecular mechanisms that instigate a healthy cell to become malignant are fueled by (epi)genetic alterations in so-called driver genes.

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria pose a major health threat. Addressing this challenge requires among others the development of new antibacterial compounds. The research described in this thesis focuses on discovering novel antibiotics from soil bacteria, specifically Streptomyces and Paenibacillus.Despite…

Transplantation of labial salivary glands to the eyelids for patients with dry eye appears to give excellent results clinically.

Single-molecule spectroscopy has become a powerful method for using organic fluorescent molecules in numerous applications.

This thesis pioneers diatom molecular identification and quantification through genome-scale methods, with four key aims: (i) reviewing DNA/RNA sequencing methods in aquatic biomonitoring to highlight their strengths and limitations;

Stellar feedback is a crucial ingredient in the evolution of galaxies.

This thesis describes the development and optimization of the first molecular tools to study the enzyme PLA2G4E.

Promotores: Prof.dr. E.F. van Dishoeck, Prof.dr. C.P. Dullemond

A dense region of a gaseous and dusty cloud collapses to form a protostar surrounded by a disk and an envelope. This thesis uses both observations and models to study physical and chemical conditions of these protostellar systems which are likely where planets start to form.

Promotor: Prof.dr. E.F. van Dishoeck

The mycorrhizal symbiosis is among the most widespread species interactions on Earth⁠. This thesis focuses on orchid mycorrhiza, a unique mycorrhizal type that has caught scientists’ attention for centuries⁠.

Freshwater is an important resource, but at a great risk of species decline due to habitat loss, pollution and over-exploitation, and invasive alien species.

All life on earth contains DNA, which is used to store biological information. Organisms compact their DNA in order for it to fit inside their cell(s).

In this work, we illustrate unconventional approaches towards the fabrication of edge functionalized graphene nanostructures and bidimensional architectures in polymeric and metallic supports, with an outlook towards molecular sensing devices.

This thesis investigates a pharmacological challenge model induced by Toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) activation, focusing on skin inflammation and its implications for early drug development.

The filamentous bacteria Streptomyces are widespread inhabitants of terrestrial soils.

The adenosine receptors are proteins that reside in the extracellular membranes of cells. Activation of adenosine receptors plays a role in many physiological and pathological processes, such as immune responses and cancers.

Naar schatting bestaat de wereldbevolking over twintig jaar uit ongeveer 8,7 miljard mensen, terwijl dat aantal nu 7,3 miljard is. Deze groei, gecombineerd met de bijbehorende groei in consumptie en de verbeteringen in levensstandaarden, zal resulteren in een enorme groei in de vraag naar voedsel, verbruiksgoederen,…

The aim of the research described in this thesis was to use structure-based design to optimise multiple properties of aryl sulfoxide monoacylglycerol lipase inhibitors as anti-inflammatory analgesics.

Het chemische biologie-onderzoek bij het Leids Instituut voor Chemisch Onderzoek (LIC) is gericht op het begrijpen van biologische processen op moleculair niveau, om zo onze kennis te vergroten over gezondheid en ziekte van de mens.

In this thesis the combinatorial use of bioorthogonal labelling and Electron Microscopy (EM)-based imaging techniques is explored to enable observations of specific molecular targets in their ultrastructural context within the cell.

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Promotor: G.J.B. van Ommen

Al meer dan twintig jaar bestudeert Eline Slagboom meerdere generaties van families. Daarmee verzamelt ze data over waarom sommige mensen gezond oud worden en anderen al vroeg achteruitgaan. Met deze kennis kun je nauwkeuriger iemands biologische leeftijd vaststellen en de best passende individuele…

Lysosomal storage disorders (LSDs) are a group of orphan diseases characterized by lysosomal dysfunction or impaired lysosomal catabolism and affect collectively about 1 in 5000 live births.

Promotor: Prof.dr. H.P. Spaink, Co-promotor: Prof.dr. A.H. Meijer

Promotor: B. vd Water, T. Schmidt, Co-Promotor: E.H.J. Danen

This thesis systematically studies the physicochemical properties of non-planar, propeller-shaped, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. The synthesis of several so-called propellerenes is described on a gram scale, using optimized procedures aimed at using less hazardous reagents and reducing the amount…

As a virtually inexhaustible source, solar energy plays a major role in future global energy scenarios.

Leidse experts van Zuid-Amerika hebben specialismes zoals talen, culturen, antropologie, archeologie, geschiedenis, filosofie en genetica. Samen proberen zij de mysteries en het verborgen verleden van het Amerikaanse continent te ontdekken.

In 2022 hebben medewerkers en studenten van de Universiteit Leiden veel mooie prijzen gewonnen en belangrijke onderzoekssubsidies binnengehaald.

Biological polymers, including proteins and the genome, undergo folding processes crucial for their proper functioning. Even slight changes in the folding structure of these biopolymers can have significant implications, leading to the development of various pathological conditions, such as neurodegenerative…

Multicellular giant algae Chara species have been widely used in physiological studies for decades.

Promotores: C.A.M.J.J. van den Hondel, V. Meyer, Co-promotor: A.F.J. Ram

Neuraminidases are enzymes that cleave glycosidic linkages of sialic acid. These enzymes are involved in influenza infections as well as in many cellular processes in mammals and micro-organisms.

Na het afronden van de bacheloropleiding volgen verreweg de meeste studenten de masteropleiding.

Voor het eerst is in levende cellen aangetoond hoe de bacterie E. coli genen reguleert die haar helpen te overleven in een nieuwe omgeving. Dat lukte biochemicus Fatema Zahra Rashid met een door haar gefinetunede techniek. Haar onderzoek naar veranderingen in de driedimensionale chromosoomstructuur…

89 toponderzoekers schreven blogs over onderwerpen waar het in de bèta-wetenschap op dit moment om draait. Op basis van de blogs, onder meer uit Leiden, stelde De Groene Amsterdammer een lijst samen van 10 verwachte doorbraken in de bèta-wetenschappen. Lees de Leidse béta-blogs: Van opgekweekte stamcellen…

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De onlangs afgestudeerde biologiestudente Julia López Delgado is één van de winnaars van de Hollandsche Maatschappij Prijzen voor Jong Talent 2019. Ze ontving haar prijs tijdens een feestelijke ceremonie op 25 november in Haarlem.

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Promotor: A.P.IJzerman, Co-Promotor: L.H. Heitman

This thesis has described novel synthetic methods to produce a variety of (glyco)peptides and their application in the study of various immunological processes.

Protoplanetary disks are the gas and dust environments where planetary systems form around young stars. Using observations from the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) this thesis analyses the gaseous molecular reservoir, using multiple tracers to resolve the 3D structure of protoplanetary…

The largest genus within the Phyllanthaceae family is a group called Phyllanthus L. Recent studies have shown, that Phyllanthus is paraphyletic with the genera Glochidion, Breynia and Synostemon nested within it.

There is a need for alternative methods to replace, reduce and refine (3R) animal experimentation. Combining experimental data from high-throughput in vitro studies with in silico modeling is a promising approach to unravel the effect of chemicals on living cells and to gain a better understanding of…

Promotor: H.S. Overkleeft, Co-promotor: M. van der Stelt