Evolutionary Genomics of Sex

Wen-Juan gave a research seminar at KU Leuven

Wen-Juan was invited to give a seminar, entitled "Evolution and Genomics of Early-Stage Sex Chromosomes" at KU Leuven, Belgium. The talk was well received, and many students were engaged in inspiring discussions on the exciting topics.

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Congratulations to Paris for two important publications as first author

Paris publishes in PLoS Genetics and Nature Communications as first author, congratulations🎉🎉🎉!

1. PLoS Genetics:
https://journals.plos.org/plosgenetics/article?id=10.1371/journal.pgen.1011072
The quantitative genetics of gene expression in Mimulus guttatus. PLoS Genetics 20(4): e1011072.
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2. Nature Communications: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-54534-1
Testing the evolutionary theory of inversion polymorphisms in the yellow monkey flower (Mimulus guttatus). Nature Communications 15: 10397.

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Welcom new PhD student Ramses Moortgat and lab fun social activities

Welcome new PhD student Ramses Moortgat joining the lab🎉!

To celebrate his arrival and foster team spirit, the lab organized a fun-filled day featuring a delicious ramen tasting, followed by friendly rounds of bowling and pool. It was a fantastic afternoon of bonding and laughter that brought everyone together. Here's to many more great moments ahead!
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Welcome, Ramses to the lab!

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