Virginia State University

Comparative genomics of Sympodiorosea identifies genome evolution mediated through selective pressure on the metabolic gene repertoire

Abstract Biological interactions involving host-associated fungi are driven by chemistry shaped over evolutionary time. For antagonistic fungi, specialization often involves acquiring genes for novel secretions—including proteins and specialized metabolites—that mediate nutrient...

The impact of status on the resource position and financial performance of small and minority-owned enterprises

Abstract Utilizing the resource-based view and social stratification theory, this paper analyzes the impact of enterprise owners’ societally-imposed status on the resource position and financial performance of their small enterprises. We find significant differences exist between...