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View article: Correction: Zhang et al. The Effect of X-ray Irradiation on the Fitness and Field Adaptability of the Codling Moth: An Orchard Study in Northeast China. Insects 2023, 14, 615
Correction: Zhang et al. The Effect of X-ray Irradiation on the Fitness and Field Adaptability of the Codling Moth: An Orchard Study in Northeast China. Insects 2023, 14, 615 Open
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View article: Berberine and its nanoformulations and extracts: potential strategies and future perspectives against multi-drug resistant bacterial infections
Berberine and its nanoformulations and extracts: potential strategies and future perspectives against multi-drug resistant bacterial infections Open
The increasing prevalence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has led to the gradual decline in the effectiveness of existing antibiotics, posing a significant threat to global health. Many phytochemicals have antimicrobial activity, but few…
View article: Baicalein and Berberine Inhibit the Growth and Virulence of Clostridioides difficile
Baicalein and Berberine Inhibit the Growth and Virulence of Clostridioides difficile Open
Clostridioides difficile is a leading pathogen involved in healthcare-associated diarrhea. With its increasing incidence, mortality, and antibiotic resistance, there is an urgent need for novel therapeutic strategies to address the infecti…
View article: Sublethal Effects of Abamectin and Acetamiprid on the Longevity, Fecundity and Detoxification Enzyme Activity of Rhopalosiphum padi
Sublethal Effects of Abamectin and Acetamiprid on the Longevity, Fecundity and Detoxification Enzyme Activity of Rhopalosiphum padi Open
The bird cherry-oat aphid Rhopalosiphum padi (L.) poses a significant threat to wheat production, resulting in substantial yield reductions. Abamectin and acetamiprid are frequently utilized for management. This study assessed the subletha…
View article: Optimization of cultural conditions for pectinase production by <i> Diaporthe</i> isolate Z1-1N and its pathogenicity on kiwifruit
Optimization of cultural conditions for pectinase production by <i> Diaporthe</i> isolate Z1-1N and its pathogenicity on kiwifruit Open
Diaporthe Z1-1N, the primary causal agent of soft rot disease in kiwifruit, exhibited higher pectinase activity compared to cellulase activity in both in vitro and in vivo incubation models. To gain deeper insights into the role of pectina…
View article: X-ray irradiation hinders flight ability of Cydia pomonella male moths by energy metabolism dysfunction
X-ray irradiation hinders flight ability of Cydia pomonella male moths by energy metabolism dysfunction Open
Flight in insects is essential for behaviors such as courtship, foraging, and migration, with energy metabolism serving as its primary energy source. Previous study indicates that X-ray irradiation, even at optimized doses, compromises the…
View article: Lubrication-Enhanced Mechanisms of Bentonite Grease Using 2D MoS2 with Narrow Lateral Size and Thickness Distributions
Lubrication-Enhanced Mechanisms of Bentonite Grease Using 2D MoS2 with Narrow Lateral Size and Thickness Distributions Open
2D MoS2 with narrow lateral size and thickness distributions was introduced to promote the anti-friction and anti-wear properties of the bentonite grease (BG) in a state of boundary lubrication. Optical microscopy (OM), and 3D optical prof…
View article: A story of two kingdoms: unravelling the intricacies of protein phase separation in plants and animals
A story of two kingdoms: unravelling the intricacies of protein phase separation in plants and animals Open
The biomolecular condensates (BCs) formed by proteins through phase separation provide the necessary space and raw materials for the orderly progression of cellular activities, and on this basis, various membraneless organelles (MLOs) are …
View article: Linalool fumigation improves mating competitiveness of males for population suppression of the global fruit pest <scp><i>Cydia pomonella</i></scp>
Linalool fumigation improves mating competitiveness of males for population suppression of the global fruit pest <span><i>Cydia pomonella</i></span> Open
BACKGROUND The implementation of sterile insect technique (SIT) has proven effective in the area‐wide suppression of several significant agricultural and sanitary pests by using traditional cobalt‐60 ( 60 Co‐γ) as a radiation source. Recen…
View article: Alternative splicing of VRF1 acts as a molecular switch to regulate stress-induced early flowering
Alternative splicing of VRF1 acts as a molecular switch to regulate stress-induced early flowering Open
Plants frequently evade extreme environmental stress by initiating early flowering, yet the underlying mechanisms remain incompletely understood. Here, through extensive mutant screening, we identify a vegetative growth to reproductive gro…
View article: Plant volatile-based fumigation improves mating competitiveness of males for population suppression of the global fruit pest Cydia pomonella
Plant volatile-based fumigation improves mating competitiveness of males for population suppression of the global fruit pest Cydia pomonella Open
The implementation of sterile insect technique (SIT) has proven effective in the area-wide suppression of several significant agricultural and sanitary pests by employing traditional cobalt-60 (60 Co-γ) as a radiation source. Recently, X-r…
View article: Evolution and stress response potential of the plant splicing factor U1C
Evolution and stress response potential of the plant splicing factor U1C Open
Alternative splicing is a crucial process in multicellular eukaryote, facilitated by the assembly of spliceosomal complexes comprising numerous small ribonucleoproteins. At an early stage, U1C is thought to be required for 5' splice site r…
View article: Exploring the Association between Serum B Vitamins, Homocysteine and Mental Disorders: Insights from Mendelian Randomization
Exploring the Association between Serum B Vitamins, Homocysteine and Mental Disorders: Insights from Mendelian Randomization Open
Previous studies show that B vitamins and homocysteine (Hcy) may be associated with mental disorders, but the accurate causal relationship remains unclear. This study aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship of serum B vitamins…
View article: Establishing a fluorescence-based technique for ABC transporters functional analysis in metabolism of insecticides in a Lepidopteron
Establishing a fluorescence-based technique for ABC transporters functional analysis in metabolism of insecticides in a Lepidopteron Open
The insecticide resistance development poses challenges to the pest control effectiveness. As phase III detoxification enzyme, ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters play a crucial role in conferring resistance by facilitating the elimina…
View article: Loss-of-function in testis-specific serine/threonine protein kinase (TSSKs) triggers male infertility in an invasive moth
Loss-of-function in testis-specific serine/threonine protein kinase (TSSKs) triggers male infertility in an invasive moth Open
Genetic control system at molecular level presents a promising and eco-friendly strategy for the management of pest and insect-transmitted diseases. Although considerable advancements have been achieved in gene drive applications targeting…