A. C. Beichman

Population size interacts with reproductive longevity to shape the germline mutation rate

The paper examines how reproductive longevity interacts with population size to shape germline mutation rates, finding that longer reproductive ages reduce mutation rates per year in sperm and eggs.

Evolution of the mutation spectrum across a mammalian phylogeny

The paper quantifies mutation spectrum variation across mammalian species and finds that genetic divergence, not life history traits, best explains mutation spectrum divergence.

Evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 mutational spectrum

This study analyzes changes in the mutation spectrum of SARS-CoV-2 across millions of sequences, finding shifts in mutation rates, particularly a decrease in G[->]T mutations in Omicron compared to early clades.

Genomic underpinnings of population persistence in Isle Royale moose

This study examines the genomic factors contributing to population persistence in Isle Royale moose despite low genetic diversity and inbreeding, finding evidence of purging and reduced fitness.