1. Bridging mountains and seas : genomic and plastid data evidence for two migration routes of Drypis spinosa across the Adriatic–Ionian regionPeter Glasnović, Ivan Radosavljević, Sara Laura Šarančić, Damjan Mitić, Boštjan Surina, 2026, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Aim Amphi–Adriatic–Ionian plant taxa, distributed on both the Balkan and Apennine peninsulas, exemplify one of the many diversity patterns characteristic of the Mediterranean biodiversity hotspot. To better understand these patterns, we examined the genetic and morphological variability, as well as the present day and Last Glacial Maximum (LGM) potential distribution of a scree-dwelling plant endemic to the study region. Location Amphi–Adriatic–Ionian region within the Mediterranean basin. Taxon Drypis spinosa L. (Caryophyllaceae). Methods Population genomics and phylogeographic patterns were investigated by analysing single–nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and plastid DNA markers. Morphometric techniques were additionally used to assess taxonomic relationships. Environmental niche modelling (ENM) was applied to evaluate potential occurrences under present-day and LGM conditions. Results Genetic data revealed concordant patterns of genetic diversity, indicating that the mountainous areas of the western Balkans harbour the highest genetic variability in D. spinosa. Historical connections were detected among populations from the Kvarner area, the central and southern Apennines, and the Scardo–Pindic Mountains. Neither molecular nor morphological analyses supported the historically proposed lower-rank taxonomic distinctions. ENM suggests a substantial increase in favourable conditions during the LGM compared to the present day. Main Conclusions Our findings indicate two primary links between the Balkan Peninsula and the Apennines: one spanning the northern and central Adriatic Sea, involving populations from the Kvarner area and the central Dinaric Alps, and another connecting the Scardo–Pindic Mountains across the Ionian Sea. This reveals a biogeographical pattern not previously documented in plants with an Amphi–Adriatic–Ionian distribution.
Ključne besede: Amphi–Adriatic–Ionian distribution, environmental niche modelling, genomics, Mediterranean, morphometrics, phylogeography, plastid DNA
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2. Biodiversity Genomics Europe (BGE) Project – abridged grant proposalDimitris Koureas, Pedro Beja, Mark L. Blaxter, Astrid Böhne, Sarah J. Bourlat, Torbjørn Ekrem, Brent C. Emerson, Katharina F. Heil, José Melo-Ferreira, Ben Price, Elena Bužan, Laura Iacolina, 2026, pregledni znanstveni članek Opis: The Biodiversity Genomics Europe (BGE) Project has the overarching aim of accelerating the use of genomic science to enhance understanding of biodiversity, monitor biodiversity change, and guide interventions to address its decline. The BGE Project comprises activities focused on DNA Barcoding (Barcoding Stream) and Reference Genome Generation (Genomes Stream) for eukaryotic species across Europe, bringing together two European networks: the International Barcode of Life in Europe (iBOL Europe) and the European Reference Genome Atlas (ERGA). This publication is an abridged version of the successful grant proposal developed jointly by iBOL Europe and ERGA in response to the Horizon Europe call HORIZON-CL6-2021-BIODIV-01-01. Two key strands of genomic science form the basis of this proposal: DNA barcoding - sequencing short, standardised genomic regions to tell the world’s species apart, transforming the speed of completion of the inventory of life on Earth and providing the foundations of a global bio-surveillance system for biodiversity; and genome sequencing - generating high-quality complete reference genomes for all species on Earth, transforming understanding of biodiversity at the genetic level, and delivering fundamental knowledge of how biological systems function and how species respond and adapt to environmental change. The BGE Project objectives are focused on (i) Capacity: To establish functioning biodiversity genomics networks at the European level to connect and grow community capacity to use genomic tools to tackle the biodiversity crisis; (ii) Production: To establish and implement large-scale biodiversity genomic data generation pipelines for Europe to accelerate the production and accessibility of genomic data for biodiversity characterisation, conservation, and biomonitoring; and (iii) Application: To apply genomic tools to enhance understanding of pan-European biodiversity and biodiversity declines to improve the efficacy of management interventions and biomonitoring programmes.
Ključne besede: biodiversity genomics, DNA barcodes, ERGA, Horizon Europe, iBOL Europe, reference genomes
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3. At the crossroads of continents : ancient DNA insights into the maternal and paternal population history of CroatiaDamir Marjanović, Jelena Šarac, Dubravka Havaš Auguštin, Mario Novak, Željana Bašić, Ivana Kružić, Natalija Novokmet, Olivia Cheronet, Pere Gelabert, Ron Pinhasi, Gordan Lauc, Dragan Primorac, 2026, izvirni znanstveni članek Ključne besede: mtDNA, Y chromosome, ancient DNA, Croatia, Croatian (pre)history
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4. Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, CroatiaMario Novak, Orhan Efe Efe Yavuz, Mario Carić, Slavica Filipović, Cosimo Posth, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: During excavations in 2011, a peculiar archaeological feature representing a mass grave with seven completely preserved skeletons was discovered at the site of the Roman period city of Mursa (modern-day Osijek, Croatia). The archaeological context and direct radiocarbon dating indicate that the bodies were interred during the mid-3rd century CE. Bioarchaeological analysis shows that all seven individuals are adult males exhibiting numerous pathological lesions (e.g., enthesopathies, injuries). Carbon and nitrogen stable isotopes analysis indicates they had a mixed C3/C4-based vegetal diet with limited amounts of terrestrial animal protein and a very limited marine protein consumption. Ancient DNA analysis shows that individuals from the Mursa mass grave had a heterogenous ancestry. None of them show genetic continuity with the preceding local Early Iron Age population. The presented multidisciplinary analyses of the Mursa mass grave strongly suggest that the studied individuals were Roman soldiers, victims of a catastrophic event occurring as the result of the ‘Crisis of the Third Century’, most probably the battle of Mursa from 260 CE.
Ključne besede: battle, bioarchaeology, ancient DNA, Late Antiquity
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