Lungfish comparative genomics reveals ancient gene networks co-opted for life on land
Klara Eleftheriadi, Judit Salces-Ortiz, Nuria Escudero, Carlos Vargas-Chávez, Ryan D. Heimroth, Laia Ribas, Mercedes Blázquez, Salvador Carranza, Irene Salinas, Rosa Fernández
The paper identifies conserved gene networks in lungfish estivation that were co-opted for terrestrial adaptation through ancient gene duplications.
bioRxiv · Mar 20, 2026 · PreprintEvolutionary Biology