K. Thomas

Birds affected by a 2021 avian mortality event are strongly associated with supplemental feeding and ground foraging behaviors

The paper investigates factors associated with a 2021 avian mortality event, finding that birds consuming supplemental feed and ground foragers were significantly represented in affected samples.

The value of livestock abortion surveillance in Tanzania: identifying disease priorities and informing interventions

This study investigates the causes of livestock abortions in Tanzania using a surveillance platform, identifying pathogens and informing disease intervention priorities.

Multiple, single trait GWAS and supervised machine learning reveal the genetic architecture of Fraxinus excelsior tolerance to ash dieback in Europe

The paper uses GWAS and machine learning to identify genetic factors associated with ash dieback tolerance and phenology in Fraxinus excelsior across Europe.

First record of highly invasive Chinese sleeper Perccottus glenii Dybowski, 1877 (Perciformes: Odontobutidae) in the Elbe River Basin, Czechia

The paper reports the first documented occurrence of the invasive Chinese sleeper in the Elbe River Basin in Czechia and recommends eradication measures to prevent further spread.

Cross-kingdom metagenomic profiling of Lake Hillier reveals pigment-rich polyextremophiles and wide-ranging metabolic adaptations

This study profiles the metagenome of Lake Hillier to identify pigment-producing microbes and their metabolic adaptations contributing to its pink color.

Leukocyte adhesion is governed by endolysosomal two pore channel 2 (TPC2)

The paper shows that TPC2 regulates endothelial cell surface P-selectin by controlling CD63 transfer from endosomes to Weibel-Palade bodies, affecting leukocyte recruitment during inflammation.

Pharmacokinetic Effects of Combined Exposure to Nicotine and THC via E-Cigarettes in Pregnant Rats

This study examines the physiological effects of combined nicotine and THC exposure via e-cigarettes in pregnant rats, finding altered drug levels and temperature changes.

Beyond Conventional Models: Recreating the Initiation, Evolution, and Genome of GBM

This study develops a mouse model of glioblastoma (GBM) that replicates its genomic landscape and early stages, enabling research into prevention and treatment strategies.

Altered hypothalamic microstructure in human obesity

This study shows higher BMI correlates with altered hypothalamic microstructure in humans, independent of age, sex, and comorbidities.

Divergent selection and drift shape the genomes of two avian sister species spanning a saline-freshwater ecotone

This study compares the genomes of two avian sister species to assess the roles of divergent selection and genetic drift in shaping their divergence across a saline-freshwater ecotone.