Manuela R. Kieninger

Panagrolaimus einhardi sp. nov. and two sisters of fortune

This paper identifies three new Panagrolaimus species using genome sequencing, ultra-conserved element analysis, and morphology, supported by high-quality assemblies from long-read data.

Massive programmed DNA elimination during embryogenesis in the trioecious nematode Auanema rhodense

The paper reports extreme programmed DNA elimination in Auanema rhodense during embryogenesis, revealing extensive loss of germline-specific DNA from somatic cells.

Emergence and stabilisation of a neo-Y chromosome in nematode species with rare males

The paper shows that a neo-Y chromosome emerged in nematodes with rare males, showing degeneration and male-beneficial genes, supporting its maintenance in autopseudogamy.

Genome evolution in parthenogenetic nematodes shaped by chromosome rearrangements and rare sex

This study examines genome evolution in parthenogenetic nematodes, revealing chromosome fusions, rearrangements, and evidence of rare sexual reproduction events.

Programmed DNA elimination was present in the last common ancestor of Caenorhabditis nematodes

The paper identifies programmed DNA elimination in three Caenorhabditis species, showing it was present in their last common ancestor and later lost in some lineages.

Optimisation of single-nuclei isolation and RNA sequencing of parasitic nematodes

This paper optimizes single-nuclei isolation and RNA sequencing for parasitic nematodes, improving yield and RNA quality across life stages and sexes.