Roberto Biello

This study identifies genomic signatures of population decline in the Ponza grayling butterfly using comparative genomics and shows that autozygosity and realized genetic load are better indicators of decline than heterozygosity.

The paper sequenced Mediterranean fin whale genomes to assess genetic structure and conservation status, finding moderate diversity but low connectivity with North Atlantic populations.

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 examines genomic diversity and adaptation in Apennine brown bears, finding unique genetic signatures linked to reduced aggressiveness, possibly due to human-induced selection.

The paper introduces the Amphibian Genomics Consortium to address gaps in amphibian genomic resources and promote international collaboration for research and conservation.

The paper identifies genotype-environment associations and adaptive variation in chickpea along historical Silk Road routes, highlighting genes related to heat and drought tolerance.

The paper examines genetic structure in two sympatric rodent species in a fragmented landscape, finding contrasting effects of habitat features on gene flow between species.

The paper develops a cost-effective SNP panel for geographic assignment of confiscated Mediterranean tortoises using ddRAD-seq, achieving high accuracy at low cost.

The paper develops a microsatellite toolkit and reference database to trace the geographic origin of confiscated Hermann’s tortoises and assess illegal translocations.

The paper presents a chromosome-level genome assembly of the woolly apple aphid, providing insights into its phylogenetic relationships and genomic structure.