A transcriptome constructed from short-read RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) is an easily
attainable proxy catalog of protein-coding genes when genome assembly is unnecessary …

Until very recently, complete characterization of the megagenomes of conifers has remained
elusive. The diploid genome of sugar pine (Pinus lambertiana Dougl.) has a highly …

Spruces (Picea spp.) are coniferous trees widespread in boreal and mountainous forests of
the northern hemisphere, with large economic significance and enormous contributions to …

A reference genome sequence for Pseudotsuga menziesii var. menziesii (Mirb.) Franco
(Coastal Douglas-fir) is reported, thus providing a reference sequence for a third genus of …

This chapter reviews current research on how protein domain architectures evolve. We
begin by summarizing work on the phylogenetic distribution of proteins, as this will directly …

Background Ambitious initiatives to coordinate genome sequencing of Earth's biodiversity
mean that the accumulation of genomic data is growing rapidly. In addition to cataloguing …

Elysia chlorotica, a sacoglossan sea slug found off the East Coast of the United States, is
well-known for its ability to sequester chloroplasts from its algal prey and survive by …

European anchovy is a multiple-spawning and highly fecundate pelagic fish with high
economic and ecological significance. Although fecundity is influenced by nutrition …

The forage crop Guar (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (L.) Taub.) has the ability to endure heat,
drought, and mild salinity. A complete image on its genic architecture will promote our …

Background Modularity is important for evolutionary innovation. The recombination of
existing units to form larger complexes with new functionalities spares the need to create …