Yi‐Ming Weng

The paper identifies horizontal gene transfer of the Drosomycin antimicrobial peptide gene across insect species, suggesting HGT contributes to immune system novelty and defense capabilities.

This study links rapid termite diversification to increased transposable element activity across two evolutionary waves.

This study investigates the evolution of sex determination in termites using genome assemblies, finding undifferentiated sex chromosomes and varying roles of the doublesex gene.

The paper identifies genetic changes in odorant receptors and other genes associated with termite sociality across multiple species.

This study sequenced 47 termite genomes, revealing genomic expansions linked to dietary evolution and ecological success in Termitidae.

This study identifies lineage-specific gene families in butterflies and moths, revealing dietary adaptations linked to plant detoxification and horizontal gene transfer.

The paper sequences the first high-quality Hedylidae genome and identifies molecular adaptations in visual genes associated with nocturnality.

The paper presents a high-quality genome assembly of the ghost moth Druceiella hillmani, revealing it as one of the largest genomes in Lepidoptera with high completeness.

This study identifies genomic features underlying compact genomes and environmental stress tolerance in chironomid midges by analyzing phylogenomic data and gene family evolution.