Scott A. M. McAdam

Beyond air-seeding: Dynamic, multiphase interactionsreveal a two-step mechanism of embolism propagation inangiosperm xylem

This paper identifies a two-step mechanism of embolism propagation in angiosperm xylem, involving bubble generation and embolism formation as distinct processes.

The origin of mechanical advantage in angiosperms

The paper investigates the evolutionary origin of mechanical advantage in angiosperms, finding it present in all measured species including early diverging lineages.

Making a clean break: contrasting leaf abscission dynamics across temperate leaf habits

The paper compares leaf abscission dynamics in temperate tree species, finding that senescence and abscission are distinct and vary in timing across deciduous, brevi-deciduous, and marcescent leaf habits.

Modification of Non-photochemical Quenching Pathways in the C4 Model Plant Setaria viridis Revealed Shared and Unique Photoprotection Mechanisms as Compared to C3 Plants

This study overexpresses NPQ genes in C4 plant Setaria viridis to compare photoprotection mechanisms with C3 plants, finding shared and unique traits that could improve crop resilience.