Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are short, mainly positively charged, amphipathic molecules.
AMPs are important effectors of the immune response in insects with a broad spectrum of …

Arboviruses are a major threat to public health in tropical regions, encompassing over 534
distinct species, with 134 capable of causing diseases in humans. These viruses are …

Multicellular organisms are constantly subjected to pathogens that might be harmful.
Although insects lack an adaptive immune system, they possess highly effective anti …

The gut microbiota of insects has been shown to regulate host detoxification enzymes.
However, the potential regulatory mechanisms involved remain unknown. Here, we report …

The gut is a crucial organ in insect defense against various pathogens and harmful
substances in their environment and diet. Distinct insect gut compartments possess unique …

The expression of double-stranded RNAs (dsRNAs) from the plastid genome has been
proven to be an effective method for controlling herbivorous pests by targeting essential …

Bactrocera dorsalis (Hendel, 1912)(Diptera: Tephritidae), commonly known as the oriental
fruit fly, is a highly destructive pest that globally infests fruits and vegetables, resulting in …

Due to the absence of acquired immunity, insects primarily rely on their innate immune
system to resist pathogenic microorganisms and parasitoids in natural habitats. This innate …

Chlorantraniliprole (CAP) is widely used in pest control, and its environmental residues
affect the disease resistance of non-target insect silkworms. Studies have demonstrated that …

Understanding the trophic transfer and ecological cascade effects of nanofertilizers and
nanopesticides in terrestrial food chains is crucial for assessing their nanotoxicity and …