Xuanjun Fang

Hainan Institute of Tropical Agricultural Resources, Sanya, 572025, Hainan, China
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Legume Genomics and Genetics, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 1   doi: 10.5376/lgg.2024.15.0004
Received: 10 Jan., 2024    Accepted: 11 Feb., 2024    Published: 22 Feb., 2024

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Fang X.J., 2024, Advances in phylogenomic studies of the fabaceae family: resolving complex evolutionary relationships, Legume Genomics and Genetics, 15(1): 27-36 (doi: 10.5376/lgg.2024.15.0004)

The objective of this study is to summarize recent advances in phylogenomic studies of the Fabaceae family, with a focus on resolving complex evolutionary relationships. The Fabaceae family, one of the most diverse and economically significant plant families, presents unique challenges in understanding its evolutionary history due to its extensive diversity and complex speciation events. This study aims to highlight key findings and methodological innovations that have advanced our understanding of the phylogeny of this family. Recent phylogenomic studies have provided new insights into the evolutionary history of the Fabaceae family. High-throughput sequencing technologies and advanced bioinformatics tools have enabled the identification of major clades, divergence times, and lineage-specific adaptations. These studies have resolved previously unclear relationships and have offered a more comprehensive view of the evolutionary trajectories within the family. In conclusion, the study underscores that recent phylogenomic studies have significantly enhanced our understanding of the evolutionary relationships within the Fabaceae family. Continued research, coupled with the integration of emerging technologies, is crucial for further resolving complex phylogenetic relationships and supporting conservation efforts. The findings from these studies have important implications for plant genomics, agriculture, and biodiversity conservation.

Fabaceae; Phylogenomics; Evolutionary relationships; High-throughput sequencing; Bioinformatics