Tahlia Perry

The paper compares gene expression in monotreme reproductive tract and mammary gland with marsupial and eutherian species to understand maternal-foetal nutrient transfer mechanisms.

This study compares the quality of microbiome data generated by undergraduate students and trained researchers, finding student data to be comparable in accuracy and quality.

The paper examines GCM1 and GCM2 evolution and expression in monotremes, finding evidence of an ancient role in reproduction and placentation.

This study examines changes in the echidna pseudo-pouch microbiome during lactation, finding a reduction in potentially pathogenic bacteria, and compares wild and zoo-managed animals.

This study examines how bushfires affect the gut microbiome of Kangaroo Island echidnas by comparing scat samples before and after the fires, revealing significant shifts in bacterial composition.