Recent Updates
Hovav et al published in April 2008 edition of Proceedings of National Academy of Sciences
Unraveling duplicate gene expression in cotton featured on BMC Biology website
Flagel presents Duplicate Gene Expression Evolution in Cotton
Lex Flagel presented at the Roche NimbleGen workshop held during the Plant and Animal Genomes 2008 Annual Meeting. Podcast

Welcome to the Wendel Lab!
Research interests in my lab encompass molecular and genome evolution, phylogenetics, and phenotypic evolution of higher plants. In our laboratory we use a diverse set of technologies and approaches to explore the manner in which genomes change over evolutionary time, as well as the relationship between these events and morphological change. We have a particular interest in the mysterious and common phenomenon of polyploidy, with a special focus on the cotton genus.
I hope you explore our web page and enjoy what you find. If you have any questions about our research or opportunities in our lab, please email me at jfw@iastate.edu.

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Secrets of Plant Genomes: Revealed! makes the study of plants exciting and relevant by showing how learning more about plants can improve our everyday lives. Video
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