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Agronomy
Luis Carlos Martinez, Angelica Plata-Rueda, Augusto Ramirez, Jose Eduardo Serrao
Summary: The experimental results demonstrate that the tested isolates of Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae have significant lethal effects on the oil palm pest Demotispa neivai, suggesting their potential as biological control agents to decrease the use of chemical insecticides.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2022)
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Entomology
Susan K. Onsongo, Samira A. Mohamed, Komivi S. Akutse, Bernard M. Gichimu, Thomas Dubois
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of various entomopathogenic fungi on the melon fruit fly. Among the different isolates tested, M. anisopliae ICIPE 69 showed the most promising results and could be included in integrated pest management strategies to reduce yield losses. The study also confirmed the compatibility of ICIPE 69 with the male pheromone and the horizontal transmission of the fungus through infected flies.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ibrahim Sani, Syari Jamian, Norsazilawati Saad, Sumaiyah Abdullah, Erneeza Mohd Hata, Johari Jalinas, Siti Izera Ismail
Summary: In this study, two entomopathogenic fungal species, Isaria javanica and Purpureocillium lilacinum, were found to act as endophytes in tomato plants, benefiting the plants and causing significant mortality of the whitefly pests. This indicates that they have potential as biocontrol agents and plant growth promoters.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yao-Chia Liu, Nian-Tong Ni, Ju-Chun Chang, Yi-Hsuan Li, Mi Rong Lee, Jae Su Kim, Yu-Shin Nai
Summary: The study utilized a soil bait method combined with an insect bait system for the isolation and selection of indigenous entomopathogenic fungi, carrying out virulence tests against agricultural pests and morphological and molecular identifications. This approach offers a quick and efficient way to screen EPF and enhance research on biological control agents.
JOVE-JOURNAL OF VISUALIZED EXPERIMENTS
(2021)
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Zoology
Hend H. A. Salem, Shaimaa H. Mohammed, Randa I. Eltaly, Moataz A. M. Moustafa, Adrien Fonagy, Shaimaa M. Farag
Summary: This study investigated the dose-response of two insecticides (bendiocarb and diflubenzuron) and two fungi (Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae) against 3rd instar C. pipiens larvae. The results showed that diflubenzuron was more effective than bendiocarb, and M. anisopliae was more effective than B. bassiana. Synergistic interactions were observed between diflubenzuron and M. anisopliae. The study also observed changes in enzyme activity and histological abnormalities following the treatments.
JOURNAL OF INVERTEBRATE PATHOLOGY
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amha Gebremariam, Yonas Chekol, Fassil Assefa
Summary: Fungal entomopathogens were isolated from soil samples in six localities in Ethiopia and evaluated for their pathogenicity against Galleria mellonella larvae, causing significant mortality rates. High virulent isolates of Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae showed promising potential as effective biological control agents against insect pests.
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Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Mahdieh Mousavi, Fariba Mehrkhou, Nurper Guz, Yobert Goosta, Remzi Atlihan
Summary: We evaluated the effects of three important entomopathogenic fungi on the cabbage aphid. The results showed that these fungi treatments prolonged the development time and decreased the survival rate, longevity, and reproduction of the aphids. Among them, the M. anisopliae AB strain had the most promising effect in reducing the cabbage aphid population and influencing its life history parameters, making it a potential choice for further research.
TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
(2022)
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Entomology
Koko Dwi Sutanto, Mureed Husain, Khawaja Ghulam Rasool, Akhmad Faisal Malik, Wahidah Hazza Al-Qahtani, Abdulrahman Saad Aldawood
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the persistence of different local and exotic fungal isolates of Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae under various ultraviolet exposure times, in order to find a fungal isolate that can effectively manage the red palm weevil, a major palm tree pest.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Elizabeth Alfaro-Valle, Aida Martinez-Hernandez, Gabriel Otero-Colina, Joel Lara-Reyna
Summary: The study evaluated the susceptibility of the mite Tetranychus merganser to 30 strains of entomopathogenic fungi. The results showed that several strains of Metarhizium anisopliae s.l. and Beauveria bassiana had high infectivity to the mite, indicating that these fungi could be potential alternatives for pest control in papaya orchards. The most promising strain, Ma034, was also found to be infective to the mite eggs.
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Horticulture
Roshan Shaalan, Ludmilla Ibrahim, Falah As-sadi, Walid El Kayal
Summary: Plant-endophyte interactions play a crucial role in protecting plants from stresses and pests. Entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) are effective biological control agents. Metabolomics analysis reveals the mechanisms involved in defense against CMV in EPF-treated cucumber plants.
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Entomology
Wilma J. Nel, Bernard Slippers, Michael J. Wingfield, Neriman Yilmaz, Brett P. Hurley
Summary: The accidental introduction of Euwallacea fornicatus and its fungal symbiont, Fusarium euwallaceae, into multiple countries has had a devastating impact on economically and ornamentally important tree species. Currently, there is no effective control measure in place to manage this beetle pest. Preliminary tests of commercialized entomopathogenic products showed limited efficacy against the beetle.
Article
Entomology
Sajjad Ali, Asif Sajjad, Qaiser Shakeel, M. Aslam Farooqi, M. Anjum Aqueel, Kaleem Tariq, Muhammad Irfan Ullah, Aamir Iqbal, Aftab Jamal, Muhammad Farhan Saeed, Barbara Manachini
Summary: Symbiotic bacteria play a key role in protecting insects, particularly aphids, against fungal pathogens, which can enhance their lifespan and reduce mortality. This symbiotic relationship has significant implications for the development and population of host insects.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shah Mohammad Naimul Islam, Md. Zahid Hasan Chowdhury, Mahjabin Ferdaous Mim, Milia Bente Momtaz, Tofazzal Islam
Summary: The native isolate B. bassiana TGS2.3 from Bangladesh showed high bio-efficacy against the vegetable insect pest, S. litura, causing mortality in different stages and deformities in pupae and adults. These results highlight the potential of TGS2.3 as a biocontrol agent against the destructive pest. Further studies are needed to assess the efficacy of this native isolate under different conditions.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
M. Chaithra, T. Prameeladevi, L. Prasad, Aditi Kundu, S. N. Bhagyasree, S. Subramanian, Deeba Kamil
Summary: The potentiality of Beauveria bassiana strains against Tetranychus truncatus was demonstrated through molecular identification and metabolome analysis, indicating a correlation between pathogenicity and metabolome profiles.
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Entomology
Muhammad Shehzad, Muhammad Tariq, Tariq Mukhtar, Asim Gulzar
Summary: The study evaluated the potential of two entomopathogenic fungi, Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae, against the diamondback moth. Beauveria bassiana was found to be more effective than Metarhizium anisopliae in suppressing the infestations of P. xylostella. The findings indicated that both fungi had a significant impact when sprayed on immature stages of the host insect, and there was no significant effect on sex ratio.
EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL PEST CONTROL
(2021)
Article
Entomology
G. E. Bachmann, F. Devescovi, A. L. Nussenbaum, J. L. Cladera, P. C. Fernandez, M. T. Vera, P. E. A. Teal, D. F. Segura
JOURNAL OF INSECT PHYSIOLOGY
(2017)
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Entomology
Ana Laura Nussenbaum, F. Devescovi, M. N. Fogar, M. S. Almada, J. C. Salerno, J. L. Cladera, R. E. Lecuona, D. F. Segura
JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE
(2018)
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Zoology
A. L. Nussenbaum, R. E. Lecuona
JOURNAL OF INVERTEBRATE PATHOLOGY
(2012)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Diego F. Segura, Ana L. Nussenbaum, Mariana M. Viscarret, Francisco Devescovi, Guillermo E. Bachmann, Juan C. Corley, Sergio M. Ovruski, Jorge L. Cladera
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Guillermo E. Bachmann, Francisco Devescovi, Ana L. Nussenbaum, Fabian H. Milla, Todd E. Shelly, Jorge L. Cladera, Patricia C. Fernandez, Maria T. Vera, Diego F. Segura
Article
Entomology
F. Devescovi, G. E. Bachmann, A. L. Nussenbaum, M. M. Viscarret, J. L. Cladera, D. F. Segura
BULLETIN OF ENTOMOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2017)