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Sequence and expression analysis of potential spermatogenesis‐specific gene cognates in the Caribbean fruit fly, Anastrepha suspensa

Insect Science, EarlyView.
Abstract The sterile insect technique (SIT) is a highly effective biologically‐based method for the suppression of many insect pest populations. SIT efficacy could be improved by methods of male sterilization that avoid the use of irradiation that can result in diminished fitness and mating competitiveness.
Alfred M. Handler, Richard B. Furlong, Chao Chen, Daniel A. Hahn   +3 more
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Lethality of Three Phasmarhabditis spp. (P. hermaphrodita, P. californica, and P. papillosa) to Succinea Snails

Agriculture, 2022
Succinea snails are considered to be invasive and pestiferous gastropods to those in the floricultural industry. Their small size makes them difficult to locate within large plant shipments, and their presence on decorative plants can constitute for an ...
Jacob Schurkman, Irma Tandingan De Ley, Adler R. Dillman   +2 more
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A systematic review on research trends and commercialised entomopathogenic nematodes: A global perspective

Agricultural and Forest Entomology, EarlyView.
Out of 136 identified EPNs, only 18 (8 Steinernema and 6 Heterorhabditis) are commercialised globally, highlighting a major gap between discovery and application. High production costs and inconsistent field efficacy are the leading obstacles to the widespread commercialisation of EPN‐based biocontrol products.
Ndivhuwo Ramatsitsi, Alen Manyevere, Mbokota Candy Khosa   +2 more
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Biology of Anthonomus testaceosquamosus Linell, 1897 (Coleoptera: Curculionidae): A New Pest of Tropical Hibiscus

Insects, 2021
Originating in northeastern Mexico and southern Texas, the hibiscus bud weevil (HBW), Anthonomus testaceosquamosus Linell 1897, was discovered infesting China rose hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L.) in south Florida in May 2017.
Alexandra M. Revynthi, Yisell Velazquez Hernandez, Maria A. Canon, A. Daniel Greene, German Vargas, Paul E. Kendra, Catharine M. Mannion   +6 more
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The dental plate on bichir pectoral fins: A unique dermal skeletal element bearing individual odontodes with tooth‐like replacement

Journal of Anatomy, EarlyView.
Pectoral fins of bichirs encompass the so‐called dental plates – unique dermal skeletal elements with individual odontodes identical to the oral teeth. Abstract The dermal skeleton appeared early in vertebrate evolution in the form of mineralized skin denticles composed of tooth‐like units—odontodes.
Tomáš Suchánek, Ann Huysseune, Robert Cerny   +2 more
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Studies on biological control potential of Steinernema abbasi CS-39 against Helicoverpa armigera (Hub.) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) by adopting the regression probit model

Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control, 2022
Background In India, application of entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) as a bio-agent against insect pests was known since 5–6 decades with the application of the exotic species Steinernema carpocapsae (DD-136 Strain).
Shreyansh Srivastava, Heena, Ashok Kumar Chaubey   +2 more
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Low abundance of phytophagous nematodes under invasive exotic Pinus elliottii – enemy release and plant–soil feedbacks

New Phytologist, EarlyView.
Summary According to the enemy release hypothesis (ERH), the fitness of exotic plants and their capacity to become invasive in their area of introduction may partly be attributable to the loss of their natural enemies. Invasive species may also benefit from modifying soil attributes and thereby creating a positive soil–plant feedback.
Lynda S. C. Guerrero, Erika Buscardo, Mario M. Inomoto, Laszlo Nagy   +3 more
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Author Correction: Interspecific interactions within a vector‑borne complex are influenced by a co‑occurring pathosystem

Scientific Reports, 2021
An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via a link at the top of the paper.
Regina K. Cruzado-Gutiérrez, Rohollah Sadeghi, Sean M. Prager, Clare L. Casteel, Jessica Parker, Erik J. Wenninger, William J. Price, Nilsa A. Bosque-Pérez, Alexander V. Karasev, Arash Rashed   +9 more
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The potato cyst nematode Globodera pallida overcomes major potato resistance through selection on standing variation at a single locus

New Phytologist, EarlyView.
Summary Globodera pallida poses a major threat to potato production, with management strategies primarily relying on genetic resistance. However, increasing virulence in field populations across Western Europe raises major concerns for G. pallida control.
Arno S. Schaveling, Dennie M. te Molder, Paul Heeres, Joris J. M. van Steenbrugge, Stefan J. S. van de Ruitenbeek, Casper C. van Schaik, Sven van den Elsen, Geert Smant, Mark G. Sterken   +8 more
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Polyunsaturated fatty acids stimulate immunity and eicosanoid production in Drosophila melanogaster

Journal of Lipid Research
: Eicosanoids are a class of molecules derived from C20 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) that play a vital role in mammalian and insect biological systems, including development, reproduction, and immunity.
Pakeeza Azizpor, Ogadinma K. Okakpu, Sophia C. Parks, Diego Chavez, Fayez Eyabi, Stephanie Martinez-Beltran, Susan Nguyen, Adler R. Dillman   +7 more
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