S. B. Andersen

Recurrence and propagation of past functions through mineral facilitated horizontal gene transfer

The paper shows that fragmented ancient DNA on mineral surfaces can be incorporated by bacteria, suggesting a non-random mechanism for genetic variation and evolutionary innovation.

Core and accessory effectors of type VI secretion systems contribute differently to the intraspecific diversity of Pseudomonas aeruginosa

The paper examines T6SS effectors in Pseudomonas aeruginosa, identifying core and accessory effectors and their roles in bacterial killing and virulence.

Substrate Specificity for Human Histidine Methyltransferase SETD3

This study investigates the substrate specificity of human SETD3, showing it can methylate histidine and its mimics, with histidine being the most efficient substrate.

Long-term evolution of antibiotic persistence in P. aeruginosa lung infections

This study examines the long-term evolution of antibiotic persistence in P. aeruginosa lung infections over forty years, finding persistence is under positive selection and can lead to resistance, but varies by clone and antibiotic.

Single-cell transcriptomics of allo-reactive CD4+ T cells over time reveals divergent fates during gut GVHD

This study uses single-cell RNA sequencing to track the differentiation of allo-reactive CD4+ T cells during gut GVHD, revealing divergent fates into quiescent and effector states.

Privatisation rescues function following loss of cooperation

The paper shows that loss of cooperation in bacterial populations can be rescued by the evolution of private, selfish behaviors that restore essential functions.