Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Alex E Harkess"
- Alex E Harkess focuses on the intersection of plant genomics and phylogenetics, leveraging model species and clades to enhance understanding of genetic mechanisms and evolutionary relationships in plants, particularly in under-researched groups.
- His studies highlight the complexities of gene family analysis in various plant genomes, with a special emphasis on architecture genes in Rosaceae, which are crucial for developing new horticultural varieties.
- Harkess also explores the role of small RNAs in plant reproductive development and chromatin regulation, revealing insights into neocentromere function and the evolution of sex chromosomes among flowering plants, particularly in monocots and maize.
