Samuel Brockington

Samuel Brockington is a Fellow at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the School of Biological Sciences and the Department of Plant Sciences. His research focuses on the origin, evolution, and diversification of the plant kingdom, with specific emphasis on phylogenetic relationships within flowering plants, evolutionary biosynthesis of metabolic pathways, the evolution and conservation of Tulips, and the evolution of fog-harvesting geophytes in Namaqualand. His work incorporates molecular genetics, transcriptomics, morphology, and physiology.

Samuel Brockington is a researcher at the University of Cambridge focusing on the Caryophyllales, a diverse group of flowering plants. His work explores evolutionary relationships, phylogenetics, and the molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic adaptations. He investigates the evolution of pigmentation, particularly betalain biosynthesis, and its genetic basis. His research also addresses conservation strategies for plant diversity, emphasizing the role of botanic gardens in ex situ conservation. Brockington's studies integrate phylogenomic data and transcriptome sequencing to uncover the evolutionary history of Caryophyllales, including polyploidy events and gene radiations. His work contributes to understanding the diversification of angiosperms and the genetic innovations driving their adaptation.