Mycologia August 2021 PMID 32412847

Evolutionary relationships among spp. (Entomophthorales), obligate pathogens of cicadas.

Angie M Macias, David M Geiser, Jason E Stajich, Piotr Łukasik, Claudio Veloso, DeAnna C Bublitz, Matthew C Berger, Greg R Boyce, Kathie Hodge, Matt T Kasson

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Several posts reference the article's focus on the phylogenetic relationships among Massospora species, with phrases like 'evolutionary relationships' and 'obligate pathogens of cicadas' indicating a scientific interest. The tone is informational and technical, emphasizing the ongoing complexity and need for further research, which aligns with moderate interest and engagement levels.

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Most discussions acknowledge the importance of understanding the evolutionary relationships, but there is no clear consensus on the significance or conclusions.

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The topics seem moderately interesting, with some curiosity about the fungi's diversity and implications for cicada ecology.

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Participants show some engagement by discussing specific fungal genera and phylogenetic findings, but conversations remain relatively surface-level.

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Abstract in brief

This study investigates the evolutionary relationships among species of the fungal genus Zoopagomycota Entomophthorales, which are obligate pathogens of cicadas worldwide, using molecular phylogenetic analyses based on three different genetic markers.
The research found that these fungi form a strongly supported, single monophyletic group with four distinct lineages, but there are some incongruences in phylogenetic trees based on different genes, possibly due to rapid evolution or limited sampling.
Morphological studies suggest that traditional features like spore size may not reliably distinguish species, highlighting the need for further research to understand the fungi's diversity, ecology, and host interactions within this phylogenetic framework.]

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RT @stephenmarek2: Evolutionary relationships among Massospora spp. (Entomophthorales), obligate pathogens of cicadas https://t.co/jRPtp5CC…

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RT @stephenmarek2: Evolutionary relationships among Massospora spp. (Entomophthorales), obligate pathogens of cicadas https://t.co/jRPtp5CC…

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Evolutionary relationships among Massospora spp. (Entomophthorales), obligate pathogens of cicadas https://t.co/jRPtp5CCNa https://t.co/DnhpLOh7ed

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セミ寄生のハエカビ類Massosporaの系統解析 https://t.co/7eTsp3iMaU

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