Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Barry S C Leadbeater"
- Barry S C Leadbeater's recent research primarily focuses on the morphological and molecular characteristics of choanoflagellates, particularly the nuances of lorica assembly and the implications for phylogenetic classification within the Acanthoecida group.
- His studies reveal significant variability in reproductive strategies among choanoflagellate species, such as nudiform and tectiform modes of cell division, which have implications for understanding the evolutionary relationships and taxonomy of these organisms.
- Leadbeater's findings challenge traditional classifications, suggesting that molecular phylogenetic analysis, coupled with morphological observation, indicates the paraphyly of certain species and necessitates a revision of the existing taxonomy of choanoflagellates.
