Effectiveness of Tephrosia vogelii and Tephrosia candida Extracts against Common Bean Aphid (Aphis fabae) in Malawi by Chicco D. M. Kayange, Dalo Njera, Stephen P. Nyirenda, Louis Mwamlima

“…However, its production is highly hindered by insect pest and disease attack. The study aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of Tephrosia vogelii and Tephrosia candida extracts against bean aphid (Aphis fabae). …”
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A chromosome-level genome assembly of the cabbage aphid Brevicoryne brassicae by Jun Wu, Guomeng Li, Zhimou Lin, Yangzhi Zhang, Wenyuan Yu, Rong Hu, Shuai Zhan, Yazhou Chen

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Color Variability of Cosmopolitan Beetles in Mindanao, Philippines by Ernel Bagbag, Mark Anthony J. Torres, Cesar G. Demayo

“…Beetles (Insecta: Coleoptera) stands out as one of the most diverse insect groups, showcasing various color variations. …”
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Sugarcane leaf-derived metabolites play important role in Saccharum officinarum–Spodoptera frugiperda interactions by Liangyinan Su, Chunyu Hu, Chaoqi Wang, Baoshan Chen, Yang Zhao

“…Secondary metabolites play important roles in the interactions between plants and insects. Given the complexities in these interactions, the role of secondary metabolism in plant-insect interaction is not fully understood. …”
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Histopathological characterization of skin and muscle lesions induced by lionfish (Pterois volitans) venom in a murine experimental model by Cecilia Díaz, Arturo Chang-Castillo, Natalia Ortiz

“…This is the case of an abundant protein, present in venom, with homology to a Golgi-associated plant pathogenic protein 1-like (GAPR1), which belongs to the same protein superfamily as venom CRISPs and insect allergens. Conclusion: This GAPR1-like protein and the hyaluronidase are probably responsible for the hemostasis impairment and hemorrhagic lesions observed in mouse skin, whereas muscle injuries can be indirectly caused by a combination of inflammatory and hemorrhagic events. …”
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Chemical Composition of Cymbopogon flexuosus and C. winterianus Essential Oils and Their Insecticidal Potential Against the Coffee Berry Borer Hypothenemus hampei by Melally Giddegowda Venkatesha, Rudramuni Kiran

“… Hypothenemus hampei is the most important insect pest of coffee in the world. H. hampei is controlled by using endosulfan and methyl bromide. …”
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Comparing Host Plant Resistance, Engineered Resistance, and Insecticide Treatment for Control of Colorado Potato Beetle and Potato Leafhopper in Potatoes by Gerald M. Ghidiu, David S. Douches, Kimberly J. Felcher, Joseph J. Coombs

“…The Colorado potato beetle, Leptinotarsa decemlineata (Say) Order Coleoptera and the potato leafhopper, Empoasca fabae (Harris) Order Homoptera, are the major insect pests of potato in eastern North America. …”
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The study on multi-defect detection for leather using object detection techniques by Hasan Onur Ataç, Ahmet Kayabaşı, M. Fatih Aslan

“…Six targeted defect types, denoted as insect bites, scratches, holes, stitch marks, diseased and ruptures, were specifically addressed to enhance the overall quality assessment process. …”
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A high-quality chromosome-level genome assembly of the mulberry looper, Phthonandria atrilineata by De-Long Guan, Ying-can Qin, Ya-Zhen Chen, Shi-Hao Zhang, Ji-ping Liu, Hui-Yu Yi, Xiao-Dong Li

“…In China, P. atrilineata is the most significant insect pest to sericulture, as it feeds on mulberry leaves and spreads diseases. …”
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INLUENCE OF ALIEN GENETIC MATERIAL ON THE MANIFESTATION OF AGRONOMICALLY IMPORTANT TRAITS OF COMMON WHEAT (T. aestivum L.) by I. N. Leonova

“…Wild wheat relatives with diverse levels of the genome homoeology are regularly used for widening the genetic diversity of common wheat for genes that increase disease and insect resistance. Studies on the search and introduction of genetic factors determining the grain protein content and yield are also important. …”
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Fast vocal-motor tracking of escaping prey in echolocating bats by Ilias Foskolos, Antoniya Hubancheva, Marie Rosenkjær Skalshøi, Kristian Beedholm, Peter Teglberg Madsen, Laura Stidsholt

“…Abstract Background Echolocating bats face an intense arms race with insect prey that can detect bat calls and initiate evasive maneuvers. …”
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A Y chromosome-linked genome editor for efficient population suppression in the malaria vector Anopheles gambiae by Ignacio Tolosana, Katie Willis, Matthew Gribble, Lee Phillimore, Austin Burt, Tony Nolan, Andrea Crisanti, Federica Bernardini

“…Mathematical modelling shows that this YLE technology is up to seven times more efficient for population suppression than optimal versions of other self-limiting strategies, such as the widely used Sterile Insect Technique or the Release of Insects carrying a Dominant Lethal gene.…”
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A single entomopathogenic nematode infection assay for Drosophila melanogaster larvae by Sreeradha Mallick, Eric Kenney, Jacob Rashap, Ioannis Eleftherianos

“…The EPN infective juvenile (IJ) stage is the free-living and non-feeding stage that seeks out suitable insects to infect. While previous studies have described successful infection of D. melanogaster larvae with a standard amount of 100 IJs, the pathogenicity of a single IJ nematode towards insects remains poorly understood. …”
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A mathematical model of flavescence dorée in grapevines by considering seasonality by Fernando Huancas, Aníbal Coronel, Rodolfo Vidal, Stefan Berres, Humberto Brito

“…This paper presents a mathematical model to describe the spread of flavescence dorée, a disease caused by the bacterium Candidatus Phytoplasma vitis, which is transmitted by the insect vector Scaphoideus titanus in grapevine crops. …”
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Mitochondrial genome of Cordyceps blackwelliae: organization, transcription, and evolutionary insights into Cordyceps by Yong-Jie Zhang, Xiang-Ping Fan, Jia-Ni Li, Shu Zhang

“…Abstract Cordyceps is a diverse genus of insect pathogenic fungi, with about 180 accepted species, including some well-known ones used as ethnic medicine and/or functional food. …”
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Genome-wide association mapping of bruchid resistance loci in soybean. by Clever Mukuze, Ulemu M Msiska, Afang Badji, Tonny Obua, Sharon V Kweyu, Selma N Nghituwamhata, Evalyne C Rono, Mcebisi Maphosa, Faizo Kasule, Phinehas Tukamuhabwa

“…Despite its importance in present and future economies, its production is severely hampered by bruchids (Callosobruchus chinensis), a destructive storage insect pest, causing considerable yield losses. Therefore, the identification of genomic regions and candidate genes associated with bruchid resistance in soybean is crucial as it helps breeders to develop new soybean varieties with improved resistance and quality. …”
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The biting midge Forcipomyia paludis (Macfie, 1936) (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) in Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia and Sweden by Damjan Vinko, Dejan Kulijer, Magnus Billqvist, Andreas Martens

“…This biting midge is a temporary ectoparasite of dragonfly imagines and the only ceratopogonid species known in Europe to feed specifically on this insect group. Forcipomyia paludis is already known in 18 European countries. …”
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Ventricular Habronemiasis in Aviary Passerines by Jennifer N. Niemuth, Joni V. Allgood, James R. Flowers, Ryan S. De Voe, Brigid V. Troan

“…Secondary visceral amyloidosis, attributed to chronic inflammation associated with nematodiasis, was present in 4 individuals. An insect intermediate host is suspected but was not identified. …”
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Ear Leaf Photosynthesis and Related Parameters of Transgenic and Non-GMO Maize Hybrids by H. Arnold Bruns

“…Hybrid maize (Zea mays L.) through transgenics now includes δ-endotoxins for insect control and tolerance to the herbicides glyphosate and glufosinate. …”
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Association of N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide (DEET) with arthritis among adult participants. by Taihong Lv, Hanming Yu, Zishuo Ji, Yuru Chen, Qi Zhao, Li Ma

“…<h4>Background</h4>N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide (DEET), an active ingredient prevalent in insect repellents, has its effects on human health under ongoing debate and scrutiny.…”
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