Innovative Research Award

Axel Janke
Goethe University Frankfurt

Axel Janke is a researcher associated with Goethe University and Senckenberg Nature Research in Germany, with research centered on evolutionary vertebrate genomics and biodiversity genomics. His documented work includes genomic approaches to vertebrate evolution, species diversity and population history. [1]

Axel Janke
Affiliation	Goethe University / Senckenberg
Country	Germany
Scholar ID	z_6ZG6kAAAAJ
Documents	160
Citations	13,033
h-index	59
Subject Area	Genomics
Event	International Environmental Scientists Award

Abstract

Axel Janke’s research profile is associated with evolutionary and biodiversity genomics, particularly the genomic study of vertebrates and the processes underlying species diversification. His institutional research activities include the development and application of genomic methods for investigating biological diversity and evolutionary history. [1]

Keywords

Axel Janke; genomics; evolutionary genomics; vertebrate genomics; biodiversity; molecular evolution; population genomics; species diversification; genome analysis; conservation biology.

Introduction

Genomic research provides methods for examining evolutionary relationships, population structure and biological diversity at increasingly detailed scales. Janke’s documented academic work places these approaches within evolutionary vertebrate genomics, with applications involving mammals, birds and other organisms. [1]

Research Profile

The Senckenberg research group identifies Axel Janke as Professor and Head of the Evolutionary Vertebrate Genomics research group. Its work examines how environmental processes shape genome evolution and uses genomic and bioinformatic methods to investigate mammalian genome sequences. [1]

Research Contributions

Documented contributions include whole-genome studies of whales, bears and giraffes, alongside research addressing species boundaries, gene flow and evolutionary history. Genomic analysis has also been applied to questions concerning biodiversity and conservation. [2]

Publications

Selected publications involving Janke include studies of blue-whale and rorqual genomes, bear evolutionary history, giraffe diversification, genome assembly and southern giraffe population genomics. These publications demonstrate the application of genomic datasets to evolutionary and biodiversity questions. [2] [3]

Research Impact

The reported Google Scholar profile supplied for this article lists 160 documents, 13,033 citations and an h-index of 59. Research outputs have also supported discussions of species diversity and conservation, including genomic evidence concerning giraffe diversity. [4]

Award Suitability

For the Innovative Research Award, the documented combination of evolutionary genomics, computational analysis and biodiversity research provides relevant evidence for consideration. The profile also includes peer-reviewed research applying genomic methods to contemporary questions in evolutionary biology. [2]

Conclusion

Axel Janke’s research record reflects sustained engagement with genomics, vertebrate evolution and biodiversity. His documented publications and institutional role provide a scholarly basis for recognition within an award category focused on innovative research.

External Links

• • ORCID Profile
  • Google Scholar Author Profile
  • International Environmental Scientists Award Website

References

1. Senckenberg Nature Research. (n.d.). Research group Evolutionary Vertebrate Genomics. Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre.
   https://www.senckenberg.de/en/research/institutes-overview/sbikf-institut/sbikf-ag-evolutionary-vertebrate-genomics/
2. Senckenberg Nature Research. (n.d.). Selected research and publications of the Evolutionary Vertebrate Genomics group.
   https://www.senckenberg.de/en/research/institutes-overview/sbikf-institut/sbikf-ag-evolutionary-vertebrate-genomics/
3. Prochotta, D., Winter, S., Fennessy, J., & Janke, A. (2024). Population genomics of the southern giraffe. Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution, 201, 108198. DOI: 10.1016/j.ympev.2024.108198.
   https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ympev.2024.108198
4. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Axel Janke, Scholar profile. Profile information supplied for this article.
   https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=z_6ZG6kAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=sra
5. Prost, S., Winter, S., De Raad, J., Coimbra, R. T. F., Wolf, M., Nilsson, M. A., et al. (2020). Education in the genomics era: Generating high-quality genome assemblies in university courses. GigaScience, 9(6), giaa058. DOI: 10.1093/gigascience/giaa058.
   https://doi.org/10.1093/gigascience/giaa058
6. Chueca, L. J., Kochmann, J., Schell, T., Greve, C., Janke, A., Pfenninger, M., & Klimpel, S. (2021). De novo genome assembly of the raccoon dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides). Frontiers in Genetics, 12, 658256. DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2021.658256.
   https://doi.org/10.3389/fgene.2021.658256