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Genome structure and maintenance determine the evolvability of organisms. The genomes of fungal plant pathogens are often structured heterogeneously, harboring highly variable compartments and compartments of relative stability.

Amphibians in Australia and globally face severe threats by the devastating fungal disease chytridiomycosis. Since this disease cannot be eradicated in the wild, solutions are needed that allow amphibians to survive in its presence.

Eucalyptus trees are widespread across Australia, providing habitat to a rich biodiversity of marsupials, birds and insects, being key foundation species in natural ecosystems.

The efficient photosynthetic capability of marine phytoplankton is key to their significant contribution to global primary production.

Ethological studies not only shed light on how and why animals engage in extraordinary behaviours but also offer opportunities to understand how human activities disturb wildlife in the Anthropocene.

Di has established the first single-cell atlas for calcareous sponges using an endemic species of Australia, Sycon capricorn. His study reinforces the utility of the Sycon sponge as a model to explore a range of biological processes, such as wound healing.

Austropuccinia psidii is the fungal pathogen that causes myrtle rust on Myrtaceae hosts. First described on South American guava in 1884, the disease was noted on introduced eucalypt plantations in Brazil in 1912 before spreading globally.

Our research endeavours to unravel the intricate molecular mechanisms employed by pathogenic fungi to manipulate host plants and cause disease. Additionally, we aim to understand how plants recognise fungal virulence proteins, thereby activating defence pathways.