Our research is organized into a set of major programs that explore how genetic information is structured, transmitted, and interpreted across biological systems, from plant genomes to microbial and viral systems.
Using a high-quality genome of Sarracenia, we investigate the genetic and evolutionary basis of plant carnivory and how complex traits emerge through genome evolution and ecological adaptation. To learn more , click the title.
The Acetabularia Genome (RNA Biology in Single Cells)
We study the giant unicellular alga Acetabularia acetabulum to understand RNA transport, localization, and stability. This system provides a powerful model for investigating how genetic information is organized and interpreted within a single cell.
We develop sequencing and computational approaches to study human pathogens and viruses, enabling high-resolution detection, genome reconstruction, and analysis of transmission and evolution across populations.
We study environmental DNA dynamics to understand how biological signals are preserved, lost, or retained, improving interpretation of biodiversity patterns from incomplete and biased eDNA data.