Knowing phylogenetic relationships among species is fundamental for many studies in
biology. An accurate phylogenetic tree underpins our understanding of the major transitions …

In this review, we discuss the current status and future challenges for fully elucidating the
fungal tree of life. In the last 15 years, advances in genomic technologies have …

As the SARS-CoV-2 virus spreads through human populations, the unprecedented
accumulation of viral genome sequences is ushering in a new era of 'genomic contact …

Phylogenomic studies using genome-scale amounts of data have greatly improved
understanding of the tree of life. Despite the diversity, ecological significance, and …

The anthozoan sub-class Octocorallia includes over 3500 nominal species of soft corals and
gorgonian sea fans, many of which serve as critical foundation species in benthic marine …

Determining the most suitable model for phylogeny reconstruction constitutes a fundamental
step in numerous evolutionary studies. Over the years, various criteria for model selection …

The year 2020 was a turning point in history and in global health. The COVID-19 pandemic
has highlighted the potential for deadly epidemic-prone diseases to overwhelm our …

Scientific communication is facilitated by a data-driven, scientifically sound taxonomy that
considers the end-user's needs and established successful practice. In 2013, the Fusarium …

Proteins have distinct structural and functional constraints at different sites that lead to site-
specific preferences for particular amino acid residues as the sequences evolve …

One of the lasting controversies in phylogenetic inference is the degree to which specific
evolutionary models should influence the choice of methods. Model‐based approaches to …