Use of machine learning to identify novel, behaviorally active antagonists of the insect odorant receptor co-receptor (Orco) subunit
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-40640-4
Abstract: Olfaction is a key component of the multimodal approach used by mosquitoes to target and feed on humans, spreading various diseases. Current repellents have drawbacks, necessitating development of more effective agents. In addition to variable… read more here.
Keywords: insect odorant; orco subunit; receptor orco; receptor receptor ... See more keywords
CRISPR-mediated mutagenesis of the odorant receptor co-receptor (Orco) gene disrupts olfaction-mediated behaviors in Bactrocera dorsalis.
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DOI: 10.1111/1744-7917.12997
Abstract: Olfaction plays an essential role in insect behavior such as host location, foraging, mating and oviposition. The odorant receptor co-receptor (Orco) is an obligatory odorant receptor and indispensable in odor perception. Here, we characterized the… read more here.
Keywords: receptor receptor; orco gene; receptor orco; odorant receptor ... See more keywords
Characterization and Comparative Analysis of Olfactory Receptor Co-Receptor Orco Orthologs Among Five Mirid Bug Species
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DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2018.00158
Abstract: The phytophagous mirid bugs of Apolygus lucorum, Lygus pratensis as well as three Adelphocoris spp., including Adelphocoris lineolatus, A. suturalis, and A. fasciaticollis are major pests of multiple agricultural crops in China, which have distinct… read more here.
Keywords: olfactory receptor; receptor orco; topology; receptor receptor ... See more keywords