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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · 7d

No us ho perdeu, inscriviu-vos ja al 2on Congrés de la Iniciativa Catalana per l’#EarthBiogenomeProject!
@geneticsub.bsky.social @irbio-ub.bsky.social

Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · 7d

📢Us convidem a la Presentació de resultats del Projecte Biogenoma – IEC i el II Congrés de la Iniciativa Catalana per a l’ #EarthBioGenomeProject !

🗓️11 i 12 de novembre
📍 Casa convalescència @iec.cat

🔗 Inscripció gratuïta i obligatòria (places limitades)👇
www.biogenoma.cat/presentacio-...

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Genetics UB @geneticsub.bsky.social · Sep 5

🧬A recent PNAS study reveals that the hybridization between the Balearic shearwater (Puffinus mauretanicus) and the Mediterranean shearwater (Puffinus yelkouan) has been key to maintain the genetic diversity and evolutionary capacity of this critically endangered seabird 1/2
doi.org/10.1073/pnas...

La hibridació entre espècies ha estat decisiva per a la supervivència de l’ocell marí més amenaçat d’Europa

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Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · Aug 27

🧬 Aquest estudi liderat per @geneticsub.bsky.social @irbio-ub.bsky.social, ha estat possible gràcies al 1r #referencegenome seqüenciat en el marc del CBP
@riutortlab.bsky.social @jrozasub.bsky.social

💪 Al CBP seguirem treballant per posar la genòmica al servei de la biodiversitat.

Bluesky

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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · Aug 27

Don’t miss this paper by @jrozasub.bsky.social group, with interesting findings on genome size evolution on a 🕷️’s radiation on oceanic 🏝️
Moreover, they present the complete genome of Dysdera catalonica included in the @catbiogenoma.bsky.social
project
@irbio-ub.bsky.social @geneticsub.bsky.social

Julio Rozas @jrozasub.bsky.social · Aug 22

Genome Size Reduction Under Non-Adaptive Evolution: How Evolution Halved Genome Size During an Oceanic Island Radiation. Today talk by Sara Guirao-Rico in @eseb2025.bsky.social congress, and accepted ms. in MBE academic.oup.com/mbe/advance-...

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Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · Aug 27

🪶 Nova publicació a @pnas.org: l'hibridació de la baldriga balear amb la baldriga mediterrània ha estat decisiva per mantenir la diversitat genètica i reduir el risc d’extinció.
@giaranega.bsky.social

👉 www.biogenoma.cat/la-hibridaci...

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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · Aug 25

A third paper comes out. I want to stress that sequencing and annnotating the complete genome of the Balearic shearwater, under the umbrella of the @catbiogenoma.bsky.social, has been key to develope this work. Showing how the efforts of the @ebpgenome.bsky.social will help biodiversity conservation

giaranega.bsky.social @giaranega.bsky.social · Aug 25

1/10 We are thrilled to announce that our new paper on conservation genomics of the Balearic shearwater has just been published online at @pnas.org! www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...

PNAS

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), a peer reviewed journal of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) - an authoritative source of high-impact, original research that broadly spans...

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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · Aug 25

academic.oup.com/zoolinnean/a...

Unravelling the cryptic diversity of the low-dispersal land planarian Cephaloflexa bergi to elucidate diversification processes in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest

Abstract. The terrestrial flatworm Cephaloflexa bergi (Tricladida: Platyhelminthes) is an excellent model for elucidating the evolutionary processes shapin

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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · Aug 21

We are eagerly waiting to see you back home at the @biologiaub.bsky.social faculty @ub.edu ! 🎉🎊

Marta Álvarez-Presas @martaalvarez.bsky.social · Aug 6

New paper out. Back to land planarians... We analyse the distribution of C. bergi in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. Thanks to Marina, @riutortlab.bsky.social , Fernando, and Ricard. Paving the way to my new lab starting in few weeks and focusing on land planarians.
academic.oup.com/zoolinnean/a...

Unravelling the cryptic diversity of the low-dispersal land planarian Cephaloflexa bergi to elucidate diversification processes in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest

Abstract. The terrestrial flatworm Cephaloflexa bergi (Tricladida: Platyhelminthes) is an excellent model for elucidating the evolutionary processes shapin

academic.oup.com

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Marta Álvarez-Presas @martaalvarez.bsky.social · Aug 6

New paper out. Back to land planarians... We analyse the distribution of C. bergi in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. Thanks to Marina, @riutortlab.bsky.social , Fernando, and Ricard. Paving the way to my new lab starting in few weeks and focusing on land planarians.
academic.oup.com/zoolinnean/a...

Unravelling the cryptic diversity of the low-dispersal land planarian Cephaloflexa bergi to elucidate diversification processes in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest

Abstract. The terrestrial flatworm Cephaloflexa bergi (Tricladida: Platyhelminthes) is an excellent model for elucidating the evolutionary processes shapin

academic.oup.com

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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · Aug 21

The second shows the first case of interspecific hybridisation of freshwater planarians using genomic data. The diversity of species on the island of Corsica is also shown to be higher than previously thought.
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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@irbio-ub.bsky.social

Mixed, not stirred: Genomic data confirm the first case of interspecific hybridization in planarian triclads (Platyhelminthes: Tricladida) and raise questions about a possibly novel form of hybrid spe...

Speciation is a complex process where many evolutionary forces interplay. The Mediterranean is acknowledged as one of the most relevant biodiverse are…

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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · Aug 21

Two papers in a row. We are happy to share our two recent publications. One dealing with the cryptic biodiversity of a terrestrial planarian in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest:
doi.org/10.1093/zool.... @geneticsub.bsky.social @irbio-ub.bsky.social @martaalvarez.bsky.social
@zoojlinnsoc.bsky.social

Unravelling the cryptic diversity of the low-dispersal land planarian Cephaloflexa bergi to elucidate diversification processes in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest

Abstract. The terrestrial flatworm Cephaloflexa bergi (Tricladida: Platyhelminthes) is an excellent model for elucidating the evolutionary processes shapin

doi.org

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sumie-dh @sumie-dh.bsky.social · Jun 22

Mothership of Dendrocoelum lacteum found today. We need some for our DNA barcoding shenanigans so I left my den for unexpected fieldwork today. Temperatures were rather hostile but worms are just fine. #WormWednesday 🌿 #invertebrate

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Christopher Wheat @chriswheat.bsky.social · Jun 22

🚨Postdoc opportunity🚨: LepEU postdoc: comparative population genomics of European scale adaptation in butterflies

2 year, full-time PD in my group, Stockholm Univ.

Applications assed on rolling basis, deadline: 23 August 2025. Planned start 1 Oct.

Details:
christopherwheatlab.wordpress.com

The aim of this proposal is to place population genomic insights into a comparative framework to gain fundamental insights into the determinants of evolutionary outcomes. The project will work within LepEU, the European Lepidopteran Population Genomics Consortium (https://lepeu.github.io/). LepEU provides access to field samples from European populations of diverse species. Chromosome-scale reference genomes are provided by Project Psyche (https://www.projectpsyche.org/). Networking during the postdoc will be facilitated by participation in the 10kLepGenomes COST Action (https://10klepgenomes.eu/). Existing datasets await analysis, while additional samples need DNA extraction and submission for sequencing. Functional validation capability (CRISPR/Cas9 gene manipulations) is also available to test emergent hypotheses of allele-to-phenotype impacts. Personal research interests of the postdoc will be important to determine the exact project, as the project has a generous sequencing budget.

The successful applicant should have a PhD (obtained within 6 years of the application deadline) in a suitable subject area, such as evolutionary biology or population genomics. A strong interest in population genomics, local adaptation, comparative analyses, and experience working with genomic-scale data is essential. The candidate must have a documented publication record demonstrating relevant skills. Experience working with bioinformatic pipelines (e.g., Snakemake), or working with butterflies is welcome but not essential. The net salary is 28,000 SEK/month (~2,430 Euro, not subject to Swedish income tax) and comes directly from the Carl-Trygger Foundation stipend, which is paid out directly to the postdoc. Only PhD candidates acquired outside of the host department can apply. Currently, the lab of Prof. Wheat consists of 3 postdoctoral researchers, while the Dept. of Zoology provides a vibrant and excellent research environment of active, dynamic researchers.

Applications should include: i) a succinct description of research interests and experience, detailing your contribution to any relevant publications (max 1 page), ii) why you are the ideal candidate for this position in the lab (max 1 page); iii) a CV including a list of publications, and iv) the name and contact information of two personal references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a deadline of 23 August 2025. The project is planned to start on 1 October, but flexibility in the starting date can be provided for a suitable candidate. Please contact Prof. Wheat for additional information.

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Julio Rozas @jrozasub.bsky.social · Jun 19

How did evolution drive massive genome contraction during oceanic island colonization? A new paper from our lab.
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...

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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · Jun 15

👏great and wonderful moments! Thanks @multicellgenome.bsky.social @martaalvarez.bsky.social and Jordi Paps for this long-lasting friendship.

Iñaki Ruiz-Trillo @multicellgenome.bsky.social · Jun 12

Four friends, one table with views & endless conversations. From family to XAN, platyhelminthes, and the good old days at @geneticsub.bsky.social @riutortlab.bsky.social ! nothing was off the menu. Grateful for nights like this. Grateful for friends like these! @martaalvarez.bsky.social JordiPaps

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Earth BioGenome Project 🌍 @ebpgenome.bsky.social · Jun 13

🦈 @squalomio.bsky.social is unlocking the mysteries of sharks, rays, and skates through the power of genomics! 🧬✨

🔥 Check out this great preprint publication hot off the press! 🧬🔬 www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#Squalomix #SharkGenomics #GenomeResearch #Biodiversity #MarineScience #EBP #Genomics

Tree-thinkers Lab✨分子生命史研究室 @kurakulabmsm.bsky.social · Jun 13

New preprint from #Squalomix

www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...

Towards bona fide 'whole-genome' analysis encompassing rDNA, tRNA, histones, centromere, elusive HoxC , ... , while featuring genome size change like shown here for the V2R clusters.

@ebpgenome.bsky.social‬ @ergabiodiv.bsky.social‬

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Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · May 22

📅 Avui, #BiodiversityDay, posem el focus en un tresor invisible: la biodiversitat genòmica.
🧬Cada espècie amaga un genoma únic que ens ajuda a conservar-la i entendre el món viu.
🌿A @catbiogenoma.bsky.social treballem per seqüenciar la vida del nostre territori
#biodiversity #Genomics

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Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · May 21

🧬2n dia de WORKSHOP a la @uib.cat !

Generació de Genomes de Referència: Resolució de problemes en l’extracció d’ADN d’alt pes molecular i Hi-C

🙌Comencem la resolució de problemes pràctics: trouble shooting de hmw DNA extraction !

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Riutort’s Lab @riutortlab.bsky.social · May 16

The balearic shearwater is one of these endangered species, its complete genome sequenced within the @catbiogenoma.bsky.social is demonstrating to be a great tool to deepen on its past history, predict its future and develop strategies to help it persist www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...

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Institut de Biologia Evolutiva (IBE) @ibe-barcelona.bsky.social · May 14

📣 The @multicellgenome.bsky.social of @ibe-barcelona.bsky.social hosts the @embo.org‬ Workshop "Evolution and origins of multicellularity across the tree of life"🧬🦠✨

📆 9-11 October 2025
📍 Auditorium @prbb.org‬
⌛ Abstract submission: 1st June

👉https://meetings.embo.org/event/25-multicellularity

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Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · Apr 30

📢RECORDA!!

Del 20-22/05 tindran lloc a Palma de Mallorca aquestes dues activitats!

🧬Workshop temàtic: "Generació de genomes de referència: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

🦎II Trobada Interdisciplinària de Biodiversitat: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

✍️No oblidis inscriure't!

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Will Ratcliff @wcratcliff.bsky.social · Mar 19

1/35 New paper out! @jamesTstroud and I dive into why long-term studies are crucial for understanding evolution. They reveal processes impossible to detect in short timescales and capture rare events that transform our understanding of evolutionary dynamics.

www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · Apr 23

Encara no t'has inscrit a la 🌱IIa Trobada Interdisciplinària de Biodiversitat⁉️

👉https://www.biogenoma.cat/el-centre-balear-de-biodiversitat-i-linstitut-de-biologia-evolutiva-impulsen-la-ii-trobada-interdisciplinaria-de-biodiversitat/

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Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · Apr 23

🧬 Vols aprofundir en les tècniques de Hi-C i extracció d'ADN HMW?

WORKSHOP dissenyat per oferir suport pràctic davant reptes en la generació de genomes de referència.

🗓️20-21/05
📍Palma de Mallorca
✍️Inscripció gratuïta
@uib.cat

ℹ️Més info: www.biogenoma.cat/workshop-tem...

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Catalan Initiative for the Earth Biogenome Project @catbiogenoma.bsky.social · Apr 25

🧬 Avui #DNADay recordem la importància dels genomes de referència: claus per entendre com funciona la vida i protegir la biodiversitat

Nou article al web 👉 biogenoma.cat/els-genomes-...
#Genòmica #Biodiversitat

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