C. Earl

Phylogeny and divergence time estimation of Io moths and relatives (Lepidoptera: Saturniidae: Automeris)

This study constructs a comprehensive phylogeny of Automeris moths and related genera using DNA data, revealing paraphyly and divergence times.

The developmental gene disco regulates diel-niche evolution in adult moths

This paper identifies disco as a potential master regulator of diel-activity diversification in moths by analyzing gene expression differences between day- and night-active species.

Diversification is correlated with temperature in white and sulfur butterflies

This study links temperature stability and cool seasonal maxima to higher diversification rates in Pieridae butterflies, using a comprehensive phylogeny and distribution data.

Evolution and Diversification Dynamics of Butterflies

This study constructs a comprehensive phylogenomic tree of butterflies and finds they originated in the Americas, diversified in the Paleotropics, and followed a 'cradle' pattern of dispersal.

Favourable antibody responses to human coronaviruses in children and adolescents with autoimmune rheumatic diseases

The paper examines antibody responses to HCoV-OC43 and SARS-CoV-2 in children with autoimmune rheumatic diseases, finding stronger spike antibody responses and cross-reactivity despite immunosuppressive treatment.

Characterization of humoral and SARS-CoV-2 specific T cell responses in people living with HIV

This study examines SARS-CoV-2-specific immune responses in people living with HIV on ART, finding comparable antibody and T cell responses to HIV-negative individuals, with T cell magnitude linked to CD4 T cell pool size and CD4:CD8 ratio.

Spatial phylogenetics of butterflies in relation to environmental drivers and angiosperm diversity across North America

This study compares spatial phylogenetic patterns of butterflies and flowering plants in North America, finding divergent biodiversity patterns and suggesting differences in habitat conservation.

Pre-existing and de novo humoral immunity to SARS-CoV-2 in humans

The paper identifies pre-existing and de novo humoral immunity to SARS-CoV-2 in humans, showing that uninfected individuals have SARS-CoV-2 S-reactive antibodies, particularly in children, and that infection leads to higher antibody titres targeting multiple subunits.

The majority of the matrix protein TapA is dispensable for biofilm formation by Bacillus subtilis

This study shows that only the first 57 amino acids of TapA are needed for biofilm structure in Bacillus subtilis, and proteolytic cleavage is not essential for its function.

Formation of functional, non-amyloidogenic fibres by recombinant Bacillus subtilis TasA

This paper shows recombinant Bacillus subtilis TasA forms functional, non-amyloidogenic fibres with properties similar to native fibres, revealing species-specific biofilm matrix assembly requirements.

Evolutionary variations in the biofilm-associated protein BslA from the genus Bacillus

The paper characterizes BslA orthologues and a paralogue from different Bacillus species, showing functional substitution and correlating biophysical properties with function.