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Zach E Marcus

University of Colorado Boulder

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Evolutionary Biology· 2 Genetics· 1

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Organism:plant (other)· 3 Approach:statistical model· 3 Research Focus:chromatin & epigenetic regulation· 2 Assay:whole-genome sequencing· 2 Research Focus:cell type annotation· 1 Organism:chicken / avian· 1 Approach:comparative / phylogenetic analysis· 1 Research Focus:development & morphogenesis· 1

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Nolan C. KaneiD· 3 shared Brent S. HulkeiD· 2 shared Alex HarkessiD· 1 shared Austin Osmanski· 1 shared Brian C. SmartiD· 1 shared Daniela VergaraiD· 1 shared Gary J. MuehlbaueriD· 1 shared George M. StackiD· 1 shared

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An X-linked sex determination mechanism in cannabis and hop

Sarah B. Carey, Philip C. Bentz, John T. Lovell, Laramie M. Akozbek, Zachary Myers, Walid Korani, Joshua S. Havill, Lillian K. Padgitt‐Cobb, Ryan C. Lynch, Nicholas A. Allsing, Jack Mangels, Zachary J. Stansell, George M. Stack, Tyler C. Gordon, Austin Osmanski, , Alex Harkess

The paper identifies an X-linked sex determination mechanism in cannabis and hop, showing that an X-linked gene involved in ethylene biosynthesis controls female inflorescence development, while the Y chromosome lacks clear sex-determining genes.

Nature Communications · May 26, 2026Peer-reviewedEvolutionary Biology

Glaciation history and geography shape genetic diversity of Lewis flax (Linum lewisii Pursh.) across North America

Peter A. Innes, Zach E Marcus, Brent S. Hulke, Nolan C. Kane

This study shows that glacial history and geography shaped genetic diversity in Lewis flax, revealing four genetic clusters and a mixed mating system influenced by past climate and landscape features.

bioRxiv · Aug 18, 2025 · PreprintEvolutionary Biology

Understanding genetic architecture overcomes tradeoffs between seed quality and insect resistance

Joseph R. White, James P. McNellie, Kyle G. Keepers, Brian C. Smart, Zoe M. Portlas, Zach E Marcus, Nolan C. Kane, Jarrad R. Prasifka, Brent S. Hulke

The paper identifies QTL associated with pericarp strength, oil content, and insect resistance in sunflowers, revealing genetic tradeoffs and potential targets for breeding.

Theoretical and Applied Genetics · Jul 1, 2025Peer-reviewedGenetics