G. Jekely

Microalgal biofilm induces larval settlement in the model marine worm Platynereis dumerilii

This study identifies microalgal biofilm as a settlement cue for Platynereis dumerilii larvae, showing species-specific preferences and enhancing juvenile growth.

Mechanism of barotaxis in marine zooplankton

This study identifies the cellular and circuit mechanisms of barotaxis in Platynereis dumerilii larvae, showing pressure-induced ciliary beating via serotonergic signaling from ciliary photoreceptors.

Evolution of the ribbon-like organization of the Golgi apparatus in animal cells

This study investigates the evolutionary origin of the Golgi ribbon in animal cells, identifies a molecular mechanism for its formation, and suggests its role in development.

Single-cell atlases of two lophotrochozoan larvae highlight their complex evolutionary histories

The paper generates single-cell atlases of two lophotrochozoan larvae to compare cell types and infer evolutionary relationships.

Ciliary propulsion and metachronal coordination in reef coral larvae

This study examines ciliary propulsion and metachronal coordination in coral larvae, showing that their ciliary arrangement maximizes pumping efficiency.

Desmosomal connectomics of all somatic muscles in an annelid larva

The paper maps desmosomal connections between muscle cells and other cell types in an annelid larva, revealing hubs and their role in body mechanics.

Nemertean, brachiopod and phoronid neuropeptidomics reveals ancestral spiralian signalling systems

The paper analyzes neuropeptidomics in Nemertea, Brachiopoda, and Phoronida to map ancestral spiralian signaling systems, identifying conserved and novel peptides and receptors.

A gonad-expressed opsin mediates light-induced spawning in the jellyfish Clytia

The paper identifies an opsin in jellyfish that mediates light-induced spawning by triggering neuropeptide hormone release.

Ancient coexistence of norepinephrine, tyramine, and octopamine signaling in bilaterians

This paper identifies coexisting norepinephrine, octopamine, and tyramine signaling systems in marine invertebrates and hemichordates, revealing their evolutionary history in bilaterians.