Liat Adler
@noodlyscientist.bsky.social
Postdoc in the Burlacot lab at Carnegie Science
Stanford Energy Postdoctoral Fellow
Interested in all things photosynthetic 🧪💚
Stanford Energy Postdoctoral Fellow
Interested in all things photosynthetic 🧪💚
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✂️🧬 EDITOR’S CHOICE 🧬✂️
Frangedakis et al. present an improved method for generating complex CRSIPR-mediated genome modifications in Marchantia polymorpha using the tRNA-gRNA approach together with an optimized protocol for thallus transformation.
🔗 doi.org/10.1093/jxb/...
#PlantScience 🧪
Frangedakis et al. present an improved method for generating complex CRSIPR-mediated genome modifications in Marchantia polymorpha using the tRNA-gRNA approach together with an optimized protocol for thallus transformation.
🔗 doi.org/10.1093/jxb/...
#PlantScience 🧪
January 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM
✂️🧬 EDITOR’S CHOICE 🧬✂️
Frangedakis et al. present an improved method for generating complex CRSIPR-mediated genome modifications in Marchantia polymorpha using the tRNA-gRNA approach together with an optimized protocol for thallus transformation.
🔗 doi.org/10.1093/jxb/...
#PlantScience 🧪
Frangedakis et al. present an improved method for generating complex CRSIPR-mediated genome modifications in Marchantia polymorpha using the tRNA-gRNA approach together with an optimized protocol for thallus transformation.
🔗 doi.org/10.1093/jxb/...
#PlantScience 🧪
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We genetically disconnected starch from the matrix in the algal pyrenoid!
A saga1;saga2 double mutant lacks a starch sheath!
Our model: SAGA1 & SAGA2 locally initiate starch on the pyrenoid surface by enriching starch precursors.
🌞🦠🔬🔌👀
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
A saga1;saga2 double mutant lacks a starch sheath!
Our model: SAGA1 & SAGA2 locally initiate starch on the pyrenoid surface by enriching starch precursors.
🌞🦠🔬🔌👀
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
February 1, 2026 at 6:17 PM
We genetically disconnected starch from the matrix in the algal pyrenoid!
A saga1;saga2 double mutant lacks a starch sheath!
Our model: SAGA1 & SAGA2 locally initiate starch on the pyrenoid surface by enriching starch precursors.
🌞🦠🔬🔌👀
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
A saga1;saga2 double mutant lacks a starch sheath!
Our model: SAGA1 & SAGA2 locally initiate starch on the pyrenoid surface by enriching starch precursors.
🌞🦠🔬🔌👀
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
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Our paper on the mysterious Devonian organism Prototaxites has now finally been published! See the paper here (www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...) and our explainer thread below!
Prototaxites reconstruction by Matt Humpage
Prototaxites reconstruction by Matt Humpage
January 21, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Our paper on the mysterious Devonian organism Prototaxites has now finally been published! See the paper here (www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...) and our explainer thread below!
Prototaxites reconstruction by Matt Humpage
Prototaxites reconstruction by Matt Humpage
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How do diatom cells maintain a constant supply of carbon for photosynthesis? Our microelectrode measurements of the phycosphere around individual diatom cells show that diatoms can rapidly switch between distinct carbon acquisition pathways. @thembauk.bsky.social www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
January 14, 2026 at 9:49 AM
How do diatom cells maintain a constant supply of carbon for photosynthesis? Our microelectrode measurements of the phycosphere around individual diatom cells show that diatoms can rapidly switch between distinct carbon acquisition pathways. @thembauk.bsky.social www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
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🔬 Diatoms’ secret superpower revealed in scientific first. Scientists at the MBA used tiny single-cell microelectrodes to watch individual diatoms in action.
👉 Read the full story - https://www.mba.ac.uk/diatoms-reveal-hidden-rapid-adaptability-in-carbon-uptake-in-scientific-first/
👉 Read the full story - https://www.mba.ac.uk/diatoms-reveal-hidden-rapid-adaptability-in-carbon-uptake-in-scientific-first/
January 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM
🔬 Diatoms’ secret superpower revealed in scientific first. Scientists at the MBA used tiny single-cell microelectrodes to watch individual diatoms in action.
👉 Read the full story - https://www.mba.ac.uk/diatoms-reveal-hidden-rapid-adaptability-in-carbon-uptake-in-scientific-first/
👉 Read the full story - https://www.mba.ac.uk/diatoms-reveal-hidden-rapid-adaptability-in-carbon-uptake-in-scientific-first/
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We have an open POSTDOC position to explore Marchantia immune receptor biology that is closing on the 18th of Jan. Apply using the link below, and/or email me for more details. www.jic.ac.uk/vacancies/po...
Postdoctoral Researcher (Carella Group) | John Innes Centre
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Carella Group at the John Innes Centre, working on cutting-edge science in the field of Evo-MPMI (Evolutionary Molecular…
www.jic.ac.uk
January 13, 2026 at 11:31 AM
We have an open POSTDOC position to explore Marchantia immune receptor biology that is closing on the 18th of Jan. Apply using the link below, and/or email me for more details. www.jic.ac.uk/vacancies/po...
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our hornwort paper got the cover of the @newphyt.bsky.social
nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
January 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM
our hornwort paper got the cover of the @newphyt.bsky.social
nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
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Dynamic changes in phycosphere carbonate chemistry reveal rapid modulation of carbon uptake in single diatom cells | Science Advances www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Dynamic changes in phycosphere carbonate chemistry reveal rapid modulation of carbon uptake in single diatom cells
Dynamic regulation of carbon uptake in diatoms ensures carbon supply for photosynthesis and determines phycosphere chemistry.
www.science.org
January 7, 2026 at 2:27 PM
Dynamic changes in phycosphere carbonate chemistry reveal rapid modulation of carbon uptake in single diatom cells | Science Advances www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Live in the Bay Area? Interested in mosses (and friends!)? Come to our FREE workshop to find out more about these beautiful plants and how to identify them. Lunch, microscopes and good vibes provided! Saturday 17th Jan! luma.com/fx1y8ghf
Intro to bryophytes · Luma
Interested in mosses? Want to learn how to spot and identify these cool plants? Come and join us for this Bryophyte meet up!
Bryophytes are a group of plants…
luma.com
January 6, 2026 at 2:34 AM
Live in the Bay Area? Interested in mosses (and friends!)? Come to our FREE workshop to find out more about these beautiful plants and how to identify them. Lunch, microscopes and good vibes provided! Saturday 17th Jan! luma.com/fx1y8ghf
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A free, open-access library of high-quality organism illustrations for science communication
A free, open-access library of high-quality organism illustrations for science communication
We create vector graphics of model organisms and emerging biological research organisms to enhance our publications. We’re sharing these editable graphics under a CC0 license for other scientists to...
doi.org
December 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM
A free, open-access library of high-quality organism illustrations for science communication
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Non-seed science is accelerating forwards at a truly impressive rate. Thanks to @philcarella.bsky.social and Kayla Robinson for an awesome #nonseedUK25 meeting, and to @justingoodrich.bsky.social and @sandyheth.bsky.social for agreeing to organise #nonseedUK26 in Edinburgh - looking forward to it 👍
Thanks to everyone who came along to the #nonseedUK25 meeting. Another fantastic day of non-seed science. Thanks to @philcarella.bsky.social and Kayla Robinson for looking after us all so well 👍
December 13, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Non-seed science is accelerating forwards at a truly impressive rate. Thanks to @philcarella.bsky.social and Kayla Robinson for an awesome #nonseedUK25 meeting, and to @justingoodrich.bsky.social and @sandyheth.bsky.social for agreeing to organise #nonseedUK26 in Edinburgh - looking forward to it 👍
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Assistant Professor position in non-seed plant diversity ( #bryophytes, #ferns, #lycophytes) Department of #Botany of the University of British Columbia, Vancouver:
botany.ubc.ca/job-postings...
⚠️ Deadline is soon, December 19.
#Paleobotany is explicitly included 🌿⛏️
botany.ubc.ca/job-postings...
⚠️ Deadline is soon, December 19.
#Paleobotany is explicitly included 🌿⛏️
UBC
botany.ubc.ca
December 12, 2025 at 7:41 AM
Assistant Professor position in non-seed plant diversity ( #bryophytes, #ferns, #lycophytes) Department of #Botany of the University of British Columbia, Vancouver:
botany.ubc.ca/job-postings...
⚠️ Deadline is soon, December 19.
#Paleobotany is explicitly included 🌿⛏️
botany.ubc.ca/job-postings...
⚠️ Deadline is soon, December 19.
#Paleobotany is explicitly included 🌿⛏️
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Come work with us!! 2.5 year postdoc on HGT in plants.
Please share and get in touch if interested
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DPQ418/r...
Please share and get in touch if interested
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DPQ418/r...
Research Associate: Horizontal Gene Transfer at University of Sheffield
Searching for an academic job? Explore this Research Associate: Horizontal Gene Transfer opening on jobs.ac.uk! Click to view more details and browse other academic jobs.
www.jobs.ac.uk
November 28, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Come work with us!! 2.5 year postdoc on HGT in plants.
Please share and get in touch if interested
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DPQ418/r...
Please share and get in touch if interested
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DPQ418/r...
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Exciting SWBio PhD opportunity to study cell signalling in marine diatoms during heat stress. Deadline 3rd December 2025 @swbiodtp.bsky.social @kehelliwell.bsky.social @thembauk.bsky.social @exetermarine.bsky.social
November 28, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Exciting SWBio PhD opportunity to study cell signalling in marine diatoms during heat stress. Deadline 3rd December 2025 @swbiodtp.bsky.social @kehelliwell.bsky.social @thembauk.bsky.social @exetermarine.bsky.social
New pre-print! ➡️ LCI9 is required for normal pyrenoid starch sheath formation and efficiency of the CO2-concentrating mechanism in Chlamydomonas reinhardtii
Featuring the wildest looking starch granules you've ever seen!
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
Featuring the wildest looking starch granules you've ever seen!
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
November 24, 2025 at 6:32 PM
New pre-print! ➡️ LCI9 is required for normal pyrenoid starch sheath formation and efficiency of the CO2-concentrating mechanism in Chlamydomonas reinhardtii
Featuring the wildest looking starch granules you've ever seen!
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
Featuring the wildest looking starch granules you've ever seen!
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
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#UBC Botany is hiring an Assistant Professor in Non-Seed Plant Diversity - come work with us in beautiful #Vancouver, BC! Please repost!
academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31140
academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31140
University of British Columbia, Botany
Job #AJO31140, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN NON-SEED PLANT DIVERSITY (BRYOPHYTES, FERNS, LYCOPHYTES), Botany, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, CA
academicjobsonline.org
November 20, 2025 at 10:10 PM
#UBC Botany is hiring an Assistant Professor in Non-Seed Plant Diversity - come work with us in beautiful #Vancouver, BC! Please repost!
academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31140
academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31140
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Are you looking for a PhD in Plant Science? We have a project on cereal leaf genetics and evolution available through The EastBio competitive fellowship. Find out more here: www.findaphd.com/phds/project... Apply by 15th December #plantsci #cereals #crops #genetics #development #evolution #PhD
EASTBIO: Defining the genetic toolkit that underpins cereal leaf development and evolution at University of Edinburgh on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - EASTBIO: Defining the genetic toolkit that underpins cereal leaf development and evolution at University of Edinburgh, listed on FindAPhD.com
www.findaphd.com
November 17, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Are you looking for a PhD in Plant Science? We have a project on cereal leaf genetics and evolution available through The EastBio competitive fellowship. Find out more here: www.findaphd.com/phds/project... Apply by 15th December #plantsci #cereals #crops #genetics #development #evolution #PhD
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Interested in doing a postdoc on fundamental problems in plant biology? Apply for our Simons Postdoctoral Fellowships in Plant Biology. Due 12/4/25: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/2025/10/13/applications-for-simons-postdoctoral-fellowships-in-plant-biology-now-open/ #biology #lifesciences
Applications for Simons Postdoctoral Fellowships in Plant Biology Now Open
Applications for Simons Postdoctoral Fellowships in Plant Biology Now Open on Simons Foundation
www.simonsfoundation.org
November 4, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Interested in doing a postdoc on fundamental problems in plant biology? Apply for our Simons Postdoctoral Fellowships in Plant Biology. Due 12/4/25: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/2025/10/13/applications-for-simons-postdoctoral-fellowships-in-plant-biology-now-open/ #biology #lifesciences
More images from @pacifiplankton.bsky.social this time of hornwort spores! These start off as a tetrad and break apart. Thinking these belong to Paraphymatoceros pearsonii, also growing on the Stanford campus. @diatomsattack.bsky.social @sfmicrosociety.org
October 25, 2025 at 6:23 PM
More images from @pacifiplankton.bsky.social this time of hornwort spores! These start off as a tetrad and break apart. Thinking these belong to Paraphymatoceros pearsonii, also growing on the Stanford campus. @diatomsattack.bsky.social @sfmicrosociety.org
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Large-scale #hornwort plastomes unlock RNA editing, new species, and diversification history.
📖 nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
by Xu et al.
@WileyPlantSci
📖 nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
by Xu et al.
@WileyPlantSci
October 23, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Large-scale #hornwort plastomes unlock RNA editing, new species, and diversification history.
📖 nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
by Xu et al.
@WileyPlantSci
📖 nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
by Xu et al.
@WileyPlantSci
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#Proteomic analysis of the #pyrenoid‐traversing membranes of #Chlamydomonas #reinhardtii reveals novel components
📖 nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
by Franklin et al.
@mjonikas.bsky.social @ericfranklin.bsky.social @WileyPlantSci
📖 nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
by Franklin et al.
@mjonikas.bsky.social @ericfranklin.bsky.social @WileyPlantSci
October 23, 2025 at 1:45 AM
#Proteomic analysis of the #pyrenoid‐traversing membranes of #Chlamydomonas #reinhardtii reveals novel components
📖 nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
by Franklin et al.
@mjonikas.bsky.social @ericfranklin.bsky.social @WileyPlantSci
📖 nph.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
by Franklin et al.
@mjonikas.bsky.social @ericfranklin.bsky.social @WileyPlantSci
Check out these awesome scanning electron microscopy images of some bottle liverwort (Sphaerocarpos cristatus) spores that I collected on Stanford campus! Taken by @pacifiplankton.bsky.social 🤩 in the lab of @diatomsattack.bsky.social. Thanks so much! @sfmicrosociety.org
October 21, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Check out these awesome scanning electron microscopy images of some bottle liverwort (Sphaerocarpos cristatus) spores that I collected on Stanford campus! Taken by @pacifiplankton.bsky.social 🤩 in the lab of @diatomsattack.bsky.social. Thanks so much! @sfmicrosociety.org
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this is a lichen appreciation post
October 10, 2025 at 4:17 PM
this is a lichen appreciation post
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Convergence, stability, and thermal adaptation in the rubisco enzyme in plants
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Convergence, stability, and thermal adaptation in the rubisco enzyme in plants
Enzymes are thought to be tuned to perform similarly in different thermal regimes. Whether the photosynthetic enzyme ribulose-1,5-bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase (rubisco) follows similar rules, es...
www.biorxiv.org
October 12, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Convergence, stability, and thermal adaptation in the rubisco enzyme in plants
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
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Algal pyrenoids—condensates that mediate ~1/3 of Earth’s CO2 fixation—change size and number as cells divide. Our data suggest a simple control mechanism: a kinase that continuously ejects material from the condensate! ☀️🌍🔬💧 #Biophysics #Photosynthesis
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
October 12, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Algal pyrenoids—condensates that mediate ~1/3 of Earth’s CO2 fixation—change size and number as cells divide. Our data suggest a simple control mechanism: a kinase that continuously ejects material from the condensate! ☀️🌍🔬💧 #Biophysics #Photosynthesis
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...