Luke E. Esau

The paper compares short- and long-read sequencing technologies in metagenomics, showing that longer short reads with optimal prep improve assembly and protein detection without needing more sequencing depth.

This study identifies PfAP2-MRP as a master regulator controlling parasite growth, chromatin structure, and var gene expression during malaria parasite blood stages.

The paper shows that glucose from symbiotic algae supports nitrogen assimilation in Aiptasia, enabling survival in nutrient-poor environments.