N. Tissot

Photoreceptor-induced sinapate synthesis contributes to photoprotection in Arabidopsis

This study shows that photoreceptors induce FAH1 to produce sinapate esters, which protect Arabidopsis from UV damage by acting as sunscreen compounds.

Sensory perception of fluctuating light in Arabidopsis

The paper shows that Arabidopsis thaliana detects low-frequency sunflecks through phytochrome B, cryptochromes, and UVR8, leading to growth adjustments and gene expression changes.

Long-term population decline of a genetically homogenous continental-wide top Arctic predator

This study uses genetic analysis to show that Snowy Owls across North America form a genetically homogenous population with no differentiation, despite long-distance dispersal, and reveals a long-term population decline linked to climate change.

The UV RESISTANCE LOCUS 8-Mediated UV-B Response Is Required Alongside CRYPTOCHROME1 For Plant Survival Under Sunlight In The Field

This study shows that UVR8 and CRY1 work together in Arabidopsis to help plants survive UV-B radiation in natural conditions, with UVR8 playing a key role in long-term survival.