Daniele Salvi

The paper presents a chromosome-level genome assembly for the European leaf-toed gecko, providing a high-quality reference for studying genome evolution and sex chromosome dynamics.

The paper examines the relationship between genomic variation and genetic load in small island populations, finding that low genetic diversity does not always correlate with high genetic load.

The paper assesses hybridization between the endangered Aeolian wall lizard and the invasive Italian wall lizard on Vulcano island, finding low hybridization rates but severe genetic decline in the native species.