Vidya S Vuruputoor

The paper presents chromosome-scale genomes for two walnut species and identifies gene presence/absence differences linked to fungal defense mechanisms between tolerant and susceptible populations.

The paper sequenced genomes of two invasive adelgid species to identify potential targets for selective insecticides through comparative analysis and virtual screening.

The paper presents the first chromosome-scale genome of Physcomitrellopsis africana, identifies two horizontally transferred genes, and highlights dynamic HGT patterns in moss evolution.

This study evaluates methods for improving genome annotation in non-model plants by testing workflows and inputs across five plant genomes.