Transcriptome analysis of the molecular mechanism underlying immunity- and reproduction trade-off in Locusta migratoria infected by Micrococcus luteus
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0211605
Abstract: Immune response and reproductive success are two vital energy-consuming processes in living organisms. However, it is still unclear which process is prioritized when both are required. Therefore, the present study was designed to examine this… read more here.
Keywords: micrococcus luteus; immunity reproduction; immunity; reproduction ... See more keywords
Ecdysone signaling mediates the trade-off between immunity and reproduction via suppression of amyloids in the mosquito Aedes aegypti
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.ppat.1010837
Abstract: The balance between immunity and reproduction is essential for many key physiological functions. We report that to maintain an optimal fertility, 20-hydroxyecdysone (20E) and the ecdysone receptor (EcR) downregulate the immune deficiency (IMD) pathway during… read more here.
Keywords: aedes aegypti; immunity; pirk like; trade immunity ... See more keywords