Transposon Evolution

Transposon evolution in the era of Biodiversity Genomics Transposons are mobile genomic elements which have been associated with important roles in species evolution and adaptation to new environments. In the past the progress of the study of transposable elements was staggered due the difficulties with sequencing and analysis of repetitive regions of the genome using short read sequencing. Recent developments in long read sequencing and a significant throughput of new genome assemblies produced through large collaborative efforts such as the Earth Biogenome Project and the Darwin Tree of Life project have revolutionised this field. The aim of this session is to bring together scientists working on transposon evolution, and to present new developments and future directions in this field. Emphasis is given in the use of new / large scale genomic data, and an interest in exploring the input of transposon related mechanisms in environmental adaptation. Find the full programme for this session at the link below. https://www.biodiversitygenomicsconference.org/programme