Using PacBio HiFi and Omni-C sequencing, this 1.28 Gbp genome provides critical insights for conservation and understanding this apex predator’s genetic diversity.
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Authors also provide insights into polyploid origin and evolution.
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Contact details for the corresponding author are on the article page.
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Human impacts are less evident.
Paper here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
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Kokanee-sockeye salmon hybridization predominantly leads to a resident life history with outcomes for a long-term reintroduction program Abstract. Stocking programs have been widely implemented to restore extirpated fish species to their historical ranges, and must include careful considerat

Hybrid proportions vary, with significant implications for survival, behavior, and conservation strategies. Monitoring is key!
Paper here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
Corresponding author: blogs.ubc.ca/russell...
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Chromosome-Level Genome of the Adriatic Sturgeon, Acipenser naccarii: A Resource for Polyploid Fish Genomics Abstract. The Adriatic sturgeon, Acipenser naccarii, a tetraploid species endemic to the North Adriatic region, has experienced significant population decl

This genomic resource sheds light on polyploidy, genetic diversity, and supports targeted conservation efforts.
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This genome uncovered SNORD116 repeats missed in past assemblies and amended tandem repeat collapse errors. This paves the way for precise gene therapy targeting in a key biomedical model.
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Demographic history reveals expansion between ~1 Mya & ~300 kya linked to glacial habitat shifts, but a mismatch with strict glacial-interglacial timing suggests complex responses to climate change.
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Corresponding author: evolvert.weebly.com/...
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A comparative analysis also reveals dynamic bryozoan genome evolution. This genome serves as a great resource for studying metazoan genome organization & evolution.
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This work provides key insights into disease susceptibility & outbreak resilience.
Photo: Charles J. Sharp
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This high-quality genome assembly (2.53 Gb, scaffold N50=68 Mb) will facilitate study of its adaptation, disease risks, and ecological impact.
Paper here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
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Photo: D. Gordon E. Robertson
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Corresponding author's lab website: www.thegoodlab.org
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These findings highlight its unique evolutionary status and emphasize the importance of conservation efforts in the Mt. Lassen region.
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Corresponding author: potterlab.ucdavis.edu
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Comparative analysis shows conserved genomes with notable inversions, providing a foundation for understanding phylogeography and hybridization impacts.
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These triploids may offer insights into hybrid vigor, chromosome dynamics, and long-term evolutionary processes. Understanding hybrid classes enhances our knowledge of speciation and adaptation.
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This enhances biological inference and comparative studies.
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Isolated on mountaintops since the Holocene, its restricted habitat makes the summit rat vulnerable to climate change and human impacts.
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Corresponding authors: consevol.org/members... & miguelcamachosanchez...
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Paper here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
Corresponding authors: https://parchmanlab.com & scholar.google.com/c...
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These findings improve understanding of hyena and feliform chromosome evolution and aid future genome projects.
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This study of 54,439 loci across 413 canids shows how assortative mating preserves endangered genes, suggesting targeted breeding strategies to boost Red Wolf survival.
More here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
Corresponding author: vonholdt.princeton.edu
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It also supports phylogenetic studies within the genus. This is among the most complete genomes for the tribe Loteae, aiding conservation and evolutionary research. Read more here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
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Corresponding author: ltorresmartinez.com
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The authors propose a framework to better integrate genomic metrics into conservation planning, supporting more sustainable species recovery efforts. Read more here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
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This genome will support studies on its genetic structure, range shifts, and responses to environmental changes, aiding conservation and management efforts. More info here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
Lab website: jacobslab.weebly.com
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The authors' methods reveal promising results for fungi and insects, supporting California’s biodiversity baseline. Read more here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
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Did you know that the AGA/Journal of Heredity has a long history of publishing about cats? (Not to mention, our editorial board and council both contain cat people) Our social media editor decided to go on a dive into the archives and share what she found: blog.theaga.org/the-...
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The genomic analysis in this recently-accepted paper suggests it's mainly ancestral polymorphism, highlighting challenges in managing hybridization in conservation.
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Corresponding author/lab website: https://www.tacl.online
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This resource will benefit research related to both human health and cestode evolution.
Graphic of the Sparganosis life cycle from cdc.gov
Paper here: doi.org/10.1093/jher...
Corresponding author: www.ib.k.u-tokyo.ac....
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This high-quality genome of the Hispaniolan Bark Anole uncovers complex sex chromosome systems, shedding light on degeneration, selection, and autosome fusions.
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