Endogenous photosensitizers play a critical role in both beneficial and harmful light-induced
transformations in biological systems. Understanding their mode of action is essential for …

Molecular oxygen, O2, has long provided a cornerstone for studies in chemistry, physics,
and biology. Although the triplet ground state, O2 (X3Σg–), has garnered much attention, the …

The consensus on the effects of excessive sun exposure on human health has long
emphasized the negative effects of solar UV radiation. Nevertheless, although UV radiation …

Bacteria and fungi of the plant microbiota can be phytopathogens, parasites or symbionts
that establish mutually advantageous relationships with plants. They are often rich in …

Abstract Light-Oxygen-Voltage (LOV) domains are the protein-based light switches used in
nature to trigger and regulate various processes. They allow light signals to be converted …

The solid-state photo-chemically induced dynamic nuclear polarization (photo-CIDNP) effect
generates non-Boltzmann nuclear spin magnetization, referred to as hyperpolarization …

We review recent applications of water‐soluble proteins as carriers for photosensitizing
molecules in antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT). The low water solubility of …

Abstract Light-oxygen-voltage (LOV) proteins that bind flavin mononucleotide (FMN) have
received attention as optogenetic systems that can photosensitize the production of singlet …

Light-oxygen-voltage (LOV) domains are ubiquitous photosensory modules found in
proteins from bacteria, archaea and eukaryotes. Engineered versions of LOV domains have …

Protein‐encased chromophores that photosensitize the production of reactive oxygen
species, ROS, have been the center of recent activity in studies of oxidative stress. One …