This software includes character evolution models, species delimitation, and tree search to aid scientists in analyzing and understanding evolutionary history. It facilitates the identification of species and the reconstruction of their evolutionary relationships through efficient searching and analysis of complex data.
One of Brownie's key strengths is its ability to analyze rate differences across different parts of a tree, using both likelihood ratio tests and Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) statistics. By identifying these differences, researchers can gain valuable insights into the evolution of different organisms, and make more accurate predictions about how they may change over time.
Brownie is also highly versatile, with the ability to read Nexus tree and data files, as well as perform analyses across a set of weighted input trees. This allows users to deal with tree uncertainty, and obtain more accurate results even in cases where the underlying tree structure may be unclear or difficult to discern.
While Brownie is focused primarily on subtrees and censored testing, researchers may also find Sanderson's r8s program to be a useful companion. This tool can output rate estimates for sets of edges or individual edges, and is particularly valuable for non-censored testing.
Overall, if you're looking for a comprehensive and powerful software tool for analyzing rates of continuous character evolution, Brownie is definitely worth a closer look. With its extensive suite of features and powerful analytical capabilities, it offers users a valuable tool for gaining insights into evolution and making new discoveries in the field of biology.
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