endangered species

Epigenetics as a Potential Mechanism of Rapid Response to Climate Change in the Endangered Oak Quercus hinckleyi

By Website Editor | June 9, 2026

Lainey Kirshberger and Ryan Silver, students at Oklahoma State University, participated in the fieldwork and will lead the genetic and epigenetic analysis under the supervision of Dr. Antonio R. Castilla.

Endangered oak Quercus hinckleyi shows strong genetic diversity and clonal resilience, making conservation of both genetic and epigenetic variation vital for adapting to climate change.

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A Hopeful Future for Oaks of Vietnam

By Amy Byrne | December 15, 2023

Collecting herbarium specimens in Vietnam

Dr. Ngoc Nguyen leads conservation projects for oaks in Vietnam.

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Species Spotlight: Quercus afares Pomel

The only oak species endemic to Africa is rare in cultivation. It shouldn't be.

Epigenetics as a Potential Mechanism of Rapid Response to Climate Change in the Endangered Oak Quercus hinckleyi

By Website Editor | June 9, 2026

Endangered oak Quercus hinckleyi shows strong genetic diversity and clonal resilience, making conservation of both genetic and epigenetic variation vital for adapting to climate change.