Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Cock VAN Oosterhout"
- Recent research by Cock Van Oosterhout focuses on the genomic analysis of endangered bird species, exploring their genetic diversity, evolutionary history, and conservation strategies, such as inbreeding management and genetic rescue.
- His studies include the genome sequencing of the Mauritius parakeet and kestrel, as well as investigating the genetic basis for color polymorphism in the kākāpō, linking genetic traits to ecological pressures from extinct predators.
- Van Oosterhout also emphasizes the significance of genomic data in understanding genetic load and adaptive potential in captive populations, advocating for informed conservation practices to enhance the viability of species, such as the Arabian leopard and Seychelles paradise flycatcher.
