Jun Hong

The paper assembles high-quality genomes of two waxy maize inbreds, identifies structural variations contributing to yield and flavor traits, and highlights their role in hybrid performance.

The paper identifies a novel Sh1 allele in corn that synergizes with waxy1 to alter carbohydrate metabolism, resulting in a waxy-sweet texture in maize kernels.

This study shows that cyclophilin A inhibits HIV-1 nuclear entry in mutants by reducing capsid elasticity, which is reversed by suppressor mutations.