Dinoflagellates are a highly diverse group of unicellular eukaryotes that exhibit both plantand animal-like characteristics(Figure 1A).As key contributors to marine ecosystems,they play pivotal roles in biogeochemical...Dinoflagellates are a highly diverse group of unicellular eukaryotes that exhibit both plantand animal-like characteristics(Figure 1A).As key contributors to marine ecosystems,they play pivotal roles in biogeochemical cycles and the dynamics of the food web.These organisms display extraordinary ecological and evolutionary adaptations,including bioluminescence,symbiotic associations,diverse nutritional strategies(ranging from autotrophy to heterotrophy),and the production of potent toxins.Given their biological complexity and ecological significance,dinoflagellates have become a focal point for research into their unique genomic architecture and evolutionary history.展开更多
基金supported by the Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory(Guangzhou)(no.CL20250609001)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(W2441012,32330001).
文摘Dinoflagellates are a highly diverse group of unicellular eukaryotes that exhibit both plantand animal-like characteristics(Figure 1A).As key contributors to marine ecosystems,they play pivotal roles in biogeochemical cycles and the dynamics of the food web.These organisms display extraordinary ecological and evolutionary adaptations,including bioluminescence,symbiotic associations,diverse nutritional strategies(ranging from autotrophy to heterotrophy),and the production of potent toxins.Given their biological complexity and ecological significance,dinoflagellates have become a focal point for research into their unique genomic architecture and evolutionary history.
