Remembering Otto Kandler (1920–2017) and his contributions

After a brief prologue on Otto Kandler’s life, we describe briefly his pioneering work on photosynthesis (photophosphorylation and the carbon cycle) and his key participation in the discovery of the concept of three forms of life (Archaea, Prokarya, and Eukarya). With Otto Kandler’s passing, both the international photosynthesis and microbiology communities have lost an internationally unique, eminent, and respected researcher and teacher who exhibited a rare vibrancy and style.     

Agglutinins in marine brown algae. Dedicated to Professor Dr. H. Kn?ll on his 65th birthday

Extracts from the brown algae Fucus vesiculosus, F. serratus, and Halidrys siliquosa agglutinated human erythrocytes of groups A, B, O, and AB as well as erythrocytes from some animal species, ascites tumour cells from mice, and streptococci of many groups of the LANCEFIELD system. The extract of Chorda filum did not show haemagglutination but agglutinated ascites tumour cells and streptococci of a few groups.     

Berger C. Mayne (1920–2011): a friend and his contributions to photosynthesis research

We provide here insights on the life and work of Berger C. Mayne (1920-2011). We remember and honor Berger, whose study of photosynthesis began with the most basic processes of intersystem electron transport and oxygen evolution, continued with application of fluorescence techniques to the study of photophosphorylation and the unique features of photosystems in specialized cells, and concluded with collaborative study of photosynthesis in certain nitrogen fixing symbioses. Berger loved the outdoors and was dedicated to preserving the environment and to social justice, and was a wonderful friend.     

Ein Portr?t von Prof. Dr. Dr. h. c. Wolfgang Engel

Personalia

Ein Portr?t von Prof. Dr. Dr. h. c. Wolfgang Engel     

Dr. Alexander Zawadzkí

Ohne Zusammenfassung