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Identification of odorant receptors of Tribolium confusum in response to limonene repellent activity.

Author: CaoHaiqun, HuangYong, LiaoMin, PengYu, YueShuaili, ZhaoXinping

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Overview

This study explores the repellent activity of limonene against the storage pest Tribolium confusum, identifying the TconOR93 gene as a major effector in limonene perception.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Tribolium confusum is an important storage pest showing significant resistance to various chemical pesticides, development of botanical pesticides is an effective strategy to resolve above problem and decrease utilization of chemical pesticides. Present study attempts to explore the molecular mechan...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pestbp.2023.105555

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Limonene: A Natural Repellent Against Tribolium confusum

Tribolium confusum, a common storage pest, can cause significant damage to food supplies. This study investigates the repellent activity of limonene, a natural compound, against T. confusum. The authors examine the molecular mechanisms underlying limonene's repellent effects, exploring the role of specific odorant receptors.

A Natural Defense: Harnessing the Power of Limonene

The research found that limonene exhibits strong repellent activity against T. confusum. It's like creating a natural barrier in the desert, preventing unwanted pests from entering the oasis. The study's findings suggest that limonene could be a valuable tool for controlling storage pests.

A New Weapon in the Fight: Targeting Odorant Receptors

The authors identified a specific odorant receptor, TconOR93, that plays a key role in T. confusum's perception of limonene. This discovery provides a potential target for developing more effective natural pest control strategies. It's like identifying a specific weakness in the desert fortress – targeting this vulnerability can help us overcome the pest threat.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study offers a promising new approach to pest control, exploring the potential of natural compounds like limonene. The discovery of TconOR93 as a key target provides a valuable insight into the mechanisms of pest behavior and offers a new avenue for developing sustainable and environmentally friendly pest management strategies.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-09-06
  2. Date Revised 2023-09-06
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

37666593

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.pestbp.2023.105555

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