Localization and functional analysis of the insect-specific RabX4 in the brain of Bombyx mori.
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DOI: 10.1002/arch.21404
Abstract: Rab proteins are small monomeric GTPases/GTP-binding proteins, which form the largest branch of the Ras superfamily. The different Rab GTPases are localized to the cytosolic face of specific intracellular membranes, where they function as regulators… read more here.
Keywords: rab; bombyx mori; insect specific; rabx4 ... See more keywords
Genetic characterization, molecular epidemiology, and phylogenetic relationships of insect-specific viruses in the taxon Negevirus.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.virol.2017.01.022
Abstract: The recently described taxon Negevirus is comprised of a diverse group of insect-specific viruses isolated from mosquitoes and phlebotomine sandflies. In this study, a comprehensive genetic characterization, molecular, epidemiological and evolutionary analyses were conducted on… read more here.
Keywords: taxon negevirus; insect specific; specific viruses; epidemiology ... See more keywords
Insect-Specific Viruses: An overview and their relationship to arboviruses of concern to humans and animals.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.virol.2021.01.007
Abstract: The group of Insect-specific viruses (ISVs) includes viruses apparently restricted to insects based on their inability to replicate in the vertebrates. Increasing numbers of ISVs have been discovered and characterized representing a diverse number of… read more here.
Keywords: arboviruses concern; viruses overview; overview relationship; insect specific ... See more keywords
Chimeric Zika viruses containing structural protein genes of insect-specific flaviviruses cannot replicate in vertebrate cells due to entry and post-translational restrictions.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.virol.2021.03.014
Abstract: Long Pine Key virus (LPKV) and Lammi virus are insect-specific flaviviruses that phylogenetically affiliate with dual-host flaviviruses. The goal of this study was to provide insight into the genetic determinants that condition this host range… read more here.
Keywords: vertebrate cells; insect specific; specific flaviviruses; entry ... See more keywords
A recombinant platform for flavivirus vaccines and diagnostics using chimeras of a new insect-specific virus
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DOI: 10.1126/scitranslmed.aax7888
Abstract: Insect-specific Binjari virus facilitates the production of chimeric virus particles of flavivirus pathogens for diagnostics and vaccines. Fighting flavi with flavi Insect-transmitted flaviviruses can cause hemorrhagic fever in humans and contribute to morbidity and mortality… read more here.
Keywords: insect; insect specific; new insect; flavivirus ... See more keywords
Culex tarsalis Is a Competent Host of the Insect-Specific Alphavirus Eilat Virus (EILV)
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DOI: 10.1128/jvi.01960-22
Abstract: The recent discovery of insect-specific alphaviruses presents opportunities both to study the biology of virus host range and to develop them into tools against pathogenic arboviruses. Here, we characterize the host range and transmission of… read more here.
Keywords: culex tarsalis; insect specific; host; eilat virus ... See more keywords
Insect-specific Alphamesonivirus-1 (Mesoniviridae) in lymph node and lung tissues from two horses with acute respiratory syndrome
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DOI: 10.1128/jvi.02144-24
Abstract: ABSTRACT Members of the RNA virus order Nidovirales infect hosts ranging from marine invertebrates to terrestrial mammals. As such, understanding the determinants of host range in this group of viruses, as well as their patterns… read more here.
Keywords: acute respiratory; alphamesonivirus; two horses; insect specific ... See more keywords
Insect-Specific Chimeric Viruses Potentiated Antiviral Responses and Inhibited Pathogenic Alphavirus Growth in Mosquito Cells
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DOI: 10.1128/spectrum.03613-22
Abstract: Mosquito-borne alphaviruses can cause emerging and reemerging infectious diseases, posing a considerable threat to human and animal health worldwide. However, no specific antivirals or commercial vaccines are currently available. ABSTRACT Most alphaviruses are transmitted by… read more here.
Keywords: pathogenic alphavirus; mosquito cells; chimeric viruses; insect specific ... See more keywords
Characterization of Two Novel Insect-Specific Viruses Discovered in the Green Leafhopper, Cicadella viridis
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DOI: 10.3390/insects13040378
Abstract: Simple Summary Insect-specific viruses (ISVs) have gained increasing attention for their potential use as biological agents. In this study, the full genomes of two ISVs (Cicadella viridis iflavirus 1, CvIfV1; Cicadella viridis nido-like virus 1,… read more here.
Keywords: specific viruses; cicadella viridis; insects; insect specific ... See more keywords
Characterisation of a Novel Insect-Specific Virus Discovered in Rice Thrips, Haplothrips aculeatus
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DOI: 10.3390/insects15050303
Abstract: Simple Summary Insect-specific viruses (ISVs) are increasingly recognised for their role in causing severe illnesses and mortality in both humans and animals. In this study, the full genome of ISV (Rice thrips ollusvirus 1, RTOV1)… read more here.
Keywords: haplothrips aculeatus; rice; thrips haplothrips; virus ... See more keywords
The Characterization of Three Novel Insect-Specific Viruses Discovered in the Bean Bug, Riptortus pedestris
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DOI: 10.3390/v14112500
Abstract: Insect-specific virus (ISV) is one of the most promising agents for the biological control of insects, which is abundantly distributed in hematophagous insects. However, few ISVs have been reported in Riptortus pedestris (Fabricius), one of… read more here.
Keywords: pedestris; virus; riptortus pedestris; insect specific ... See more keywords