Article
Agronomy
Yang Bingjun, Dandan Cao, Zhi Su, Jianrong Wei
Summary: By using GC-MS and GC-EAD techniques, the study identified several chemicals emitted by PdS that were attractive to ALB and induced their oviposition behavior. Further experiments showed that (Z)-3-hexenol was the main chemical component inducing ALB oviposition. These findings enhance our understanding of ALB oviposition behavior and can contribute to the development of management strategies for regulating ALB behavior.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Xuefei Wang, Hualing Wang, Jianyong Zeng, Zezhao Cui, Shilong Geng, Xiaofei Song, Fengjuan Zhang, Xiaoyu Su, Huiping Li
Summary: This study investigated the gut bacterial communities of Anoplophora glabripennis larvae fed on different hosts. The results revealed that there were significant differences in gut bacterial communities between larvae fed on Salix matsudana and Ulmus pumila, indicating that the abundance and diversity of gut bacteria were affected by host diet. Furthermore, the study found that the gut bacterial community in the Ulmus pumila group was more complex and diverse than in the Salix matsudana group. The dominant gut microbiota were mainly associated with fermentation and chemoheterotrophy.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Qi Gu, Ruofeng Jia, Shuai Guo, Han Li, Enhua Hao, Xi Yang, Pengfei Lu, Haili Qiao
Summary: Metabolomics, enzyme activity detection, and 16SrRNA sequencing technology were used to investigate the adaptation mechanism of Anoplophora glabripennis to traditional resistant Fraxinus. The study analyzed the correlation among plants, insects, and symbiotic microorganisms. The results showed different resistant metabolites in Fraxinus pennsylvanica and Fraxinus chinensis, and significant differences in the intestinal bacterial community of A. glabripennis after feeding on two hosts. This study provides insights into the prevention and control of A. glabripennis by studying the interaction among plants, insects, and intestinal symbiotic microorganisms.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yabei Xu, Yurong Li, Fengming Shi, Sainan Zhang, Shixiang Zong, Jing Tao
Summary: In this study, four heat shock protein (Hsp) genes from Anoplophora glabripennis were cloned and analyzed. The results showed that these Hsps were expressed at various temperatures, with higher expressions at lower temperatures. These findings contribute to our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying A. glabripennis responses to environmental stress.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yabei Xu, Fengming Shi, Yurong Li, Shixiang Zong, Jing Tao
Summary: In this study, 47 Hsp genes have been identified in Anoplophora glabripennis, a destructive pest that is able to adapt to low temperatures. The expression patterns of these Hsp genes vary depending on the type and intensity of stress. Some Hsp genes were not induced during overwintering, while others were involved in the regulation of normal life activities. Quantitative RT-PCR analysis showed that certain Hsp genes responded more quickly to temperature changes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sainan Zhang, Meng Li, Yabei Xu, Yuxuan Zhao, Yiming Niu, Shixiang Zong, Jing Tao
Summary: This study identified 23 AglaORs genes associated with the detection of pheromones, including 11 male-biased and 2 female-biased genes, which were more significantly expressed in the sexual maturation stage. Additionally, 2 female-biased AglaORs genes were overexpressed in females seeking spawning grounds after mating, suggesting their involvement in the recognition of host plant volatiles for regulating spawning ground selection.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Shi-Yao Yan, Ge Zhang, Jian-Feng Liu, Zhi Su, Jian-Rong Wei
Summary: The study found that Populus deltoides cl. Beikang and Populus alba var. pyramidalis exhibited different resistance to attack by the Asian long-horned beetle, with the former being more attractive for oviposition but showing stronger resistance to developing offspring. This information can be valuable for selecting resistant tree varieties.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ENTOMOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Microbiology
Han Chen, Sylvain Raffaele, Suomeng Dong
Summary: Both animals and plants have developed strong immune systems to combat invading pathogens. Pathogens have evolved various strategies to evade host immunity, including genetic changes, as well as alterations at transcriptional, post-transcriptional, post-translational, and glycome levels. Unveiling these novel mechanisms of host evasion in plant pathogens can help in understanding plant diseases and developing strategies for disease management.
FEMS MICROBIOLOGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Leila Gharehdaghi, Mohammad Reza Bakhtiarizadeh, Kang He, Taher Harkinezhad, Gholamhosein Tahmasbi, Fei Li
Summary: The study found evidence of cross-species regulation function of miRNA between honeybees and flowering host plants by demonstrating the transmission of plant miRNAs into the midgut of honey bees feeding on sunflower and sedr pollen. Specifically, 11 plant miRNAs were identified in the midgut, with 9 miRNAs shared between sunflower- and sedr-fed honeybees, indicating potential essential roles in plant-insect interactions. Furthermore, the study predicted 121 honeybee mRNAs as targets of these plant-derived miRNAs, with implications in various biological pathways such as hippo signaling and Wnt signaling.
Review
Entomology
Fei Lyu, Xiaoxia Hai, Zhigang Wang
Summary: The Asian longhorned beetle (ALB), Anoplophora glabripennis Motschulsky, is a destructive pest in its native habitat and one of the most serious invasive alien species in North America and Europe, causing substantial economic and ecological losses. In order to explore effective monitoring and management strategies, we summarize and create a comprehensive list of host plants, including 209 species (cultivars) that have been damaged by ALBs. We also discuss the mechanisms of host localization and recognition by ALBs, including the role of odorant-binding proteins (OBPs), host kairomones, and microbial symbionts.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Iryna Rusyn
Summary: This paper discusses the role of microbiome and plants in Plant Microbial Fuel Cells (PMFCs) and their impact on improving performance. It analyzes the species diversity of electroactive microorganisms, the microbial community of PMFCs, and the contribution of syntrophic and competitive microorganisms to electrogenesis. The paper also highlights the diverse applications of PMFCs, including green energy production, remediation of wastewater, biosensing, food production, and elimination of greenhouse gases.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Susanne Boell, Sebastian Helmer
Summary: The Asian longhorned beetle is a feared pest that attacks a wide range of hardwood trees. However, some specified host plants are rarely infested or may even be resistant, so the host list needs to be revised to avoid unnecessary felling.
JOURNAL OF PLANT DISEASES AND PROTECTION
(2022)
Review
Plant Sciences
Indrani Sharma, Sampurna Kashyap, Niraj Agarwala
Summary: Every organism interacts with its neighbors, and this includes plants with their surrounding microbes and neighboring plants. Plant root exudates play a crucial role as chemical signals in these interactions, influencing the composition of the rhizospheric microbial community. Biotic factors such as herbivores, microbes, and neighboring plants can alter the composition of root exudates, leading to either positive or negative interactions in the rhizosphere. Understanding these interactions can help engineer plant microbiomes to enhance plant adaptive capabilities in stressful environments.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Simon A. Schroeter, Damien Eveillard, Samuel Chaffron, Johanna Zoppi, Bernd Kampe, Patrick Lohmann, Nico Jehmlich, Martin von Bergen, Carlos Sanchez-Arcos, Georg Pohnert, Martin Taubert, Kirsten Kuesel, Gerd Gleixner
Summary: The study reveals that functions within decomposer communities are redundantly distributed under different types of litter sources, but their relative expressions are rapidly optimized to address specific litter properties. Furthermore, the decomposer community may be influenced by DOM containing natural antibiotics, leading to specialization towards specific litter sources and decomposition states.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Editorial Material
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Than S. Kyaw, Peter J. Turnbaugh
Summary: Understanding interindividual variations in drug metabolism and disposition is crucial for reducing patient morbidity and mortality. The microbiome plays a role in these variations by directly metabolizing drugs, but its control over other aspects of drug disposition, such as absorption, is not well understood. This article highlights recent studies on the role of microbiota in controlling host drug transporters and identifies key areas for future research.
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Ivonne J. Garzon-Orduna, Scott M. Geib, Lisa Ledezma, Forest T. Bremer, Norman B. Barr
ANNALS OF THE ENTOMOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA
(2020)
Article
Entomology
Anna K. Childers, Scott M. Geib, Sheina B. Sim, Monica F. Poelchau, Brad S. Coates, Tyler J. Simmonds, Erin D. Scully, Timothy P. L. Smith, Christopher P. Childers, Renee L. Corpuz, Kevin Hackett, Brian Scheffler
Summary: High-quality genome assemblies are crucial for modern biological research, and advancements in sequencing methods have made it possible to sequence and assemble many insect genomes at scale. The Ag100Pest Initiative aims to assemble reference-quality genomes of important arthropod pest species to advance agricultural research. The project has already made progress in assembling genomes of multiple species and has expanded the original goal to include a total of 158 species in the pipeline.
Article
Plant Sciences
Chhana Ullah, Axel Schmidt, Michael Reichelt, Chung-Jui Tsai, Jonathan Gershenzon
Summary: SA and JA pathways interact positively in poplar, resulting in the accumulation of flavonoid phytoalexins and enhanced resistance to pathogens.
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Amanda R. Stahlke, Jennifer Chang, Luke R. Tembrock, Sheina B. Sim, Sivanandan Chudalayandi, Scott M. Geib, Brian E. Scheffler, Omaththage P. Perera, Todd M. Gilligan, Anna K. Childers, Kevin J. Hackett, Brad S. Coates
Summary: Helicoverpa zea is a major insect pest that has developed resistance to various insecticidal agents. This study generated a high-quality chromosome-level assembly for H. zea and identified the genetic basis of its physiological and ecological characteristics. The findings will contribute to future research and improvement of sustainable crop production practices.
GENOME BIOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Scott A. Harding, Trevor T. Tuma, Kavita Aulakh, Maria A. Ortega, Dong Ci, Yongbin Ou, Chung-Jui Tsai
Summary: Leaf osmotic adjustment plays an important role in drought tolerance of plants. This study investigates the role of PtaSUT4 gene in regulating sucrose and turgor in European aspen under water deficit. The results show that downregulation of PtaSUT4 affects starch utilization and leaf relative water content dynamics. PtaSUT4 is also involved in regulating reactive oxygen species and antioxidants. These findings contribute to our understanding of plant responses to water stress.
PLANT AND CELL PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Camiel Doorenweerd, Michael San Jose, Scott Geib, Julian Dupuis, Luc Leblanc, Norman Barr, Elaida Fiegalan, Kimberley Y. Morris, Daniel Rubinoff
Summary: This study used a phylogenomic approach to evaluate the species boundaries and relationships within the Bactrocera frauenfeldi species complex and two closely related species. The results revealed the presence of five distinct species within the complex and highlighted the limitations of using COI for species recognition. New molecular approaches will be necessary for effective pest management and prevention of incursions.
SYSTEMATIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Daniel F. Paulo, Alex Y. Cha, Angela N. Kauwe, Keena Curbelo, Renee L. Corpuz, Tyler J. Simmonds, Sheina B. Sim, Scott M. Geib
Summary: In recent years, many studies have utilized CRISPR/Cas9 technology to conduct gene editing research in fruit flies, creating new strains and proposing a unified candidate gene knockout protocol. High rates of somatic and germline mutagenesis were induced by microinjection of CRISPR/Cas9 components into fruit fly embryos, showcasing the efficiency of the method.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Oksana V. Vernygora, Carlos Congrains, Scott M. Geib, Julian R. Dupuis
Summary: In this study, a flexible and user-friendly tool called HiMAP2 is introduced for identifying, visualizing, and filtering phylogenetically informative loci from diverse genomic and transcriptomic resources. The tool includes features such as orthology prediction, exon extraction, and filtering of aligned exon sequences based on user-defined specifications. Additionally, HiMAP2 enables exploration of the final filtered exons through phylogenetic inference and species tree estimation. The results of marker selection can be visualized and refined using an interactive Bokeh application to generate publication-quality figures.
MOLECULAR ECOLOGY RESOURCES
(2023)
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Jeremy S. Davis, Sheina Sim, Scott Geib, Brian Scheffler, Catherine R. Linnen
Summary: Biological introductions serve as unintended natural experiments and provide unique insights into evolutionary processes. Invasive phytophagous insects, in particular, are important for studying adaptation as they often need to rapidly adapt to new host plants. However, the genetic paradox of invasions poses a limitation to the adaptive potential of invasive populations due to reduced genetic diversity. One potential solution to this paradox is the existence of multiple invasive waves that increase genetic variation in invasive populations.
JOURNAL OF HEREDITY
(2023)
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Carlos Congrains, Julian R. Dupuis, Erick J. Rodriguez, Allen L. Norrbom, Gary Steck, Bruce Sutton, Norma Nolazco, Reinaldo A. de Brito, Scott M. Geib
Summary: Insect pests, such as the Anastrepha fraterculus complex, have a significant impact on agriculture. This study used phylogenomic approaches to unravel the evolutionary relationships within the complex, providing insights into the development of molecular diagnostic tools for these pests.
EVOLUTIONARY APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Kim L. Vertacnik, Danielle K. Herrig, R. Keating Godfrey, Tom Hill, Scott M. Geib, Robert L. Unckless, David R. Nelson, Catherine R. Linnen
Summary: This study investigates the evolution of gene families in the redheaded pine sawfly and finds evidence that gene families may expand and contract predictably in response to new selection pressures. These findings are important for understanding the predictability of gene family evolution in ecological adaptations.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Camiel Doorenweerd, Michael San Jose, Scott Geib, Norman Barr, Daniel Rubinoff
Summary: This study used RAD-seq and COI sequences to investigate the taxonomic confusion of the Oriental fruit fly, identifying two new species and resolving the identification issues of other closely related species. The findings have implications for ecological data and pest identification protocols.
SYSTEMATIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biology
Qiang Huang, Sheina B. Sim, Scott M. Geib, Anna Childers, Junfeng Liu, Xiuxiu Wei, Wensu Han, Francisco Posada-Florez, Allen Z. Xue, Zheng Li, Jay D. Evans
Summary: In this study, the chromosome-level genome assembly of the small hive beetle (SHB) was completed for the first time. The features of SHB sex chromosomes and the asymmetry of the primary sex ratio were analyzed using this annotated assembly. The genome-enabled insights are critical for understanding the successful traits of SHB and determining the causes of observed sex ratio asymmetries.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xi Gu, Ing-Gin Chen, Chung-Jui Tsai
Summary: Phylloquinone biosynthesis is retained in nonphotosynthetic holoparasitic plants, potentially enabling them to sense changes in the redox environment during host interactions through plasma membrane phylloquinone. This suggests an ancient origin of distinct phylloquinone pathways predating the evolution of parasitic plants in the Orobanchaceae.
PLANT SIGNALING & BEHAVIOR
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Xi Gu, Ing-Gin Chen, Scott A. Harding, Batbayar Nyamdari, Maria A. Ortega, Kristen Clermont, James H. Westwood, Chung-Jui Tsai
Summary: Nonphotosynthetic holoparasites utilize flexible targeting of phylloquinone biosynthesis for plasma membrane redox signaling, with evidence of biosynthesis in Phelipanche aegyptiaca. This suggests a noncanonical role for phylloquinone in seed germination and haustorium development, with genes coexpressed with oxidoreductases involved in PM electron transport. Similar pathways are present in photoautotrophic taxa, indicating a potential ancient origin of multifunctionality.
