Yanfei Yu
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Yanfei Yu is a genomics researcher whose early work laid critical groundwork for honey bee structural genomics. Her most-cited study, “New genomic resources for the honey bee (Apis mellifera L.): development of a deep-coverage BAC library and a preliminary STC database” (2002, 14 citations), provided the first deep-coverage bacterial artificial chromosome (BAC) library for a European honey bee strain. By constructing a library of 36,864 clones and generating a preliminary sequence-tagged connector (STC) database, Yu enabled foundational mapping and sequencing efforts that advanced pollinator genetics. This resource proved essential for subsequent genome assembly and comparative genomics studies. While her citation count reflects a specialized, early-career contribution, the impact of her work is amplified through its role in enabling the honey bee genome project—a landmark in insect genomics. Yu’s research exemplifies how targeted resource development can catalyze broader biological discovery, particularly in understanding the genetic basis of behavior, disease resistance, and colony health in a species of critical ecological and agricultural importance.
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