Article
Entomology
Xuewei Qi, Yaohui Wang, Guijian Zhang, Shuai Cao, Penghui Xu, Xueming Ren, Abdelaziz Mansour, Changying Niu
Summary: Temperature affects the survival and population size of insects. Transcriptional analysis reveals that rapid cold hardening and long-term cold acclimation induce distinct gene expression regulation and metabolic pathway adjustments in insects. Understanding cold tolerance mechanisms can help improve the cold adaptation of crop pollinators.
BULLETIN OF ENTOMOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Stefany Rodrigues de Oliveira, Ronaldo Roberto Tait Caleffe, Adriana Aparecida Sinopolis Gigliolli, Daiani Rodrigues Moreira, Helio Conte, Maria Claudia Colla Ruvolo-Takasusuki
Summary: Chrysomya megacephala, a globally distributed fly of medical and veterinary importance, may have its post-embryonic development affected by the use of pyrethroids, leading to decreased body weight and delayed development time. Further research is needed to investigate the effects of different insecticides on the development of C.megacephala.
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Aurapa Sakulpanich, Siriluck Attrapadung, Wandee Gritsanapan
Summary: The ethanolic root extract of S. collinsiae has larvicidal activity against M. domestica and C. megacephala, causing irregular development and preventing the emergence of adult flies. This study suggests the potential use of S. collinsiae root extract as a natural fly control biopesticide.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Laila A. Al-Shuraym, Fahd A. Al-Mekhlafi, Fahd Mohammed Abd Al Galil, Sadeq K. Alhag, Lamya Ahmed Al-Keridis, Rania Ali El Hadi Mohamed, Muhammad A. Wadaan, Mohammed S. Al-Khalifa
Summary: Entomotoxicology is a emerging science that influences judicial activities in the forensic investigation of death. Chemicals ingested by carrion flies can disrupt their development, and evaluating arthropod evidence can help establish the cause and time of death. In this study, the effects of zolpidem-contaminated tissue on two dipteran flies were assessed, showing a negative association between morphological parameters and zolpidem tartrate concentration.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wang Xu, Yu Wang, Ying-Hui Wang, Ya-Nan Zhang, Jiang-Feng Wang
Summary: Characterization of the microbial community of Chrysomya megacephala pupae at different ages reveals a diverse and dynamic bacterial community, with Wolbachia as one of the dominant genera. The presence of Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, an etiological agent of swine erysipelas, in the insect is unusual. This study enriches our understanding of the microbial community of C. megacephala and provides insights for its better utilization and control.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mahran Tony, Mahmoud Ashry, Mohammad M. A. Tanani, Abdelbaset M. A. Abdelreheem, Mohammad R. K. Abdel-Samad
Summary: Carrion flies are important in forensic entomotoxicology as alternative samples in the absence of traditional samples. Toxins from poisoned carcasses can disrupt insect development and affect forensic entomology analyses, so impact awareness is crucial. This study investigated the effects of aluminum phosphide (AlP) and cypermethrin (CP) on the biochemical parameters and antioxidant enzymes of Chrysomya megacephala maggots. The results showed a decrease in antioxidant enzyme activity and an increase in malondialdehyde (MDA), suggesting oxidative stress caused by these insecticidal components in C. megacephala larvae.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Rania Ali El Hadi Mohamed, Fahd Mohammed Abd Al Galil, Lamya Ahmed Al-Keridis, Laila A. Al-Shuraym, Fahd A. AL-mekhlafi, Sadeq K. Alhag
Summary: The study compared the effect of different diets on the morphological parameters of various developmental stages of blowflies, revealing that a mixed food diet significantly increased the life cycle duration and morphological parameters, while a fat diet had a decreasing effect.
JOURNAL OF ASIA-PACIFIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yanqi Liu, Yingning Luo, Lixiao Du, Liping Ban
Summary: In order to accurately identify odors in complex environments, insects have evolved multiple olfactory proteins. This study explores various olfactory proteins in the oligophagous pest Odontothrips loti Haliday, which primarily affects alfalfa. The results provide insights into the mechanism of odor-evoked behavior in O. loti and the development of a highly specific and sustainable approach for thrip management.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Xiaojin Li, Yanan Yang, Lei Li, Man Ren, Mei Zhou, Shenghe Li
Summary: This study investigated the expression changes in the longissimus dorsi of Wannanhua pigs at different growth stages using transcriptome sequencing technology. Differentially expressed genes (DEGs) associated with lipid metabolism and muscle development were identified, most of which were significantly up-regulated in LD120 and LD240 compared to LD60.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hongshuang Wei, Haili Qiao, Sai Liu, Xueqin Yuan, Changqing Xu
Summary: This study aimed to determine the most suitable reference genes (RGs) for Real-time quantitative PCR (qPCR) in Neoceratitis asiatica, a pest that infests Lycium barbarum. Through the evaluation of 15 candidate RGs, it was found that RPS18 and EF1 alpha were the most stable RGs in all conditions. The results of this study will contribute to further research on host selection and insecticide resistance in N. asiatica. Overall, the study is rated 8 out of 10 in terms of its importance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Rahul Maddheshiya
Summary: The study evaluated the effect of fenoxycarb on pupal-adult transformation of Chrysomya megacephala, finding that the compound can successfully inhibit this process and potentially be used to control this myiasis-causing agent.
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Entomology
L. T. Carneiro, W. T. A. Azevedo, V. M. Aguiar, M. S. Couri
Summary: Chrysomya megacephala, an important species for forensic entomology, was studied for its nocturnal oviposition behavior in laboratory conditions. The study found that oviposition occurred at night under artificial light and in total darkness, but with significantly lower egg amounts compared to daytime experiments. Temperature and humidity also played a role in the oviposition process.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Naoki Hiratani, Peter E. Latham
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between neural circuit structure and learning efficiency by analyzing the olfactory system. The results suggest that optimal neural architecture is influenced by the species' longevity and the genetic specification of the olfactory circuit.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Legal
Ana Julia Pereira, Nestor Daniel Centeno, Carolina Nunez-Vazquez
Summary: Forensic entomology requires knowledge of the developmental rates of species that colonize a body after death to estimate the postmortem interval (PMI). This study aimed to determine the developmental duration of Chrysomya megacephala under controlled and field conditions, and compare the results with data from other populations. The results showed differences in developmental times based on temperature and geographic location. This study provides important developmental data for PMI estimations and suggests the use of local populations for more accurate and reliable PMI determinations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LEGAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Physiology
Zhaoyang Li, Weiyi Chen, Xiaoshuang Wang, Wen Sang, Huipeng Pan, Shaukat Ali, Liangde Tang, Jianhui Wu
Summary: The molecular basis of olfactory response in Megalurothrips usitatus was investigated using RNA sequencing and gene annotation, revealing potential key proteins MusiOBP1 and MusiCSP1 in host recognition. This study enhances our understanding of insect olfactory systems.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaoyun Wang, Qiao Gao, Xinhui Liu, Xiao-Ping Wang, Chaoliang Lei, Waheed A. A. Sayed, Fen Zhu
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2018)
Article
Microbiology
Xiaoyun Wang, Qiao Gao, Wanqiang Wang, Xiaoping Wang, Chaoliang Lei, Fen Zhu
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Xiaoyun Wang, Xialin Zheng, Wen Lu
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2019)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Ranran Su, Xiaoyun Wang
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2020)
Article
Entomology
Zishu Dong, Yubin Yang, Fugen Dou, Yujing Zhang, Huixin Huang, Xialin Zheng, Xiaoyun Wang, Wen Lu
JOURNAL OF INSECT SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Entomology
Xue-Min Chen, Xiao-Yun Wang, Wen Lu, Xia-Lin Zheng
Summary: The entomopathogenic fungal strain Beauveria bassiana PfBb showed potential in controlling Phauda flammans larvae when combined with beta cypermethrin at 10% of recommended concentration, resulting in increased efficiency compared to using insecticide alone.
JOURNAL OF ASIA-PACIFIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Zishu Dong, Xiaoyun Wang, Yueshi Li, Daming Huang, Wen Lu
Summary: Olenecamptus bilobus, widely distributed in Southeast and East Asia, has larvae that bore under the bark of at least eleven plant families. The complete mitochondria genome of O. bilobus is 15,262 bp in length, with 37 genes and a high A + T content of 76.91%. Phylogenetic analysis shows a close relationship with Olenecamptus subobliteratus Pic.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Guanxin Wu, Zishu Dong, Xia-Lin Zheng, Wen Lu, Xiao-Yun Wang
Summary: This study used SEM to observe the morphology and sensilla of the labial and maxillary palps of adult C. villosulum, finding that females had more developed sensilla related to oviposition behavior, while males had more developed sensilla related to mating selection. Additionally, there were significantly more sensilla on the maxillary palps than on the labial palps, suggesting a potentially more important role for maxillary palps in the activities of adult C. villosulum.
MICROSCOPY RESEARCH AND TECHNIQUE
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Huili Ouyang, Xiaoyun Wang, Xialin Zheng, Wen Lu, Fengping Qin, Chao Chen
Summary: This study utilized SMRT sequencing to analyze the full-length transcriptome of Bactrocera dorsalis, identifying a large number of SSR genetic markers that could be used for population research. The results lay a foundation for further understanding the genetic diversity and population structure of B. dorsalis.
Article
Entomology
Guanxin Wu, Ranran Su, Huili Ouyang, Xialin Zheng, Wen Lu, Xiaoyun Wang
Summary: In this study, the researchers conducted transcriptome analysis and identified 76 olfactory-related genes in Glenea cantor. The reliability of the transcriptome was verified, and highly expressed genes in different tissues were discovered. These findings lay the foundation for further exploration of the olfactory mechanism in this species.
Article
Entomology
Yi-Ping Gao, Mei Luo, Xiao-Yun Wang, Xiong Zhao He, Wen Lu, Xia-Lin Zheng
Summary: This study tested the pathogenicity of Beauveria bassiana PfBb on the agricultural pest Spodoptera frugiperda by evaluating the activities of protective enzymes and detoxifying enzymes in different larval instars. The results showed that B. bassiana PfBb could infect all six larval instars of S. frugiperda, and its virulence increased with the concentration of spores. Additionally, the activities of protective enzymes and detoxifying enzymes in the first three instars changed significantly with infection time, while such variations were not obvious in the fifth and sixth instars.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lian Chen, Zhong Tian, Jin Hu, Xiao-Yun Wang, Man-Qun Wang, Wen Lu, Xiao-Ping Wang, Xia-Lin Zheng
Summary: This study focuses on the role of sex pheromone-binding proteins (PBPs) in Lepidopteran insects. Two novel PBPs, PflaPBP1 and PflaPBP2, were identified in Phauda flammans, a diurnal moth species. PflaPBP1 has a stronger affinity for female sex pheromones, while PflaPBP2 only binds to a specific sex pheromone component. These findings provide insights into the molecular mechanism of sex pheromone perception and may contribute to pest control strategies.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hailin Li, Junlan Mo, Xiaoyun Wang, Biqiong Pan, Shu Xu, Shuangrong Li, Xialin Zheng, Wen Lu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of RNA interference (RNAi) targeting the Vitellogenin (Vg4) and Vitellogenin receptor (VgR) genes on Diaphorina citri, revealing that dsVgR is more effective than dsVg4. The interference significantly reduces egg size and proportion of mature ovarian eggs in D. citri, and suppresses oviposition by 60-70%. These findings provide a theoretical basis for using RNAi to control D. citri and mitigate the spread of citrus huanglongbing (HLB) disease.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Qi Chen, Xiaolong Yi, Xiaoyun Wang, Xialin Zheng, Wen Lu
Summary: Currently, insect populations are mainly controlled by killing males through sexual attractants. However, the mating ability of attracted insects may limit the effectiveness of sex attractants. A study on the Oriental fruit fly, Bactrocera dorsalis, revealed that males can mate an average of 11 times, while females only mate 1.93 times, with 10.81% of males mating more than 20 times. The reproductive capacity of male B. dorsalis significantly decreased after four to five instances of continuous mating. Different mating patterns showed that interval mating was the most effective and not polyandry. This behavioral evidence revealed a limiting factor to the effectiveness of sex attractants in B. dorsalis.
Article
Entomology
Hai-Lin Li, Xiao-Yun Wang, Xia-Lin Zheng, Wen Lu
JOURNAL OF INSECT SCIENCE
(2020)