Insecticidal activities of three recombinant venom proteins of the predatory stink bug, Arma custos.
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DOI: 10.1002/ps.8382
Abstract: BACKGROUND Widespread resistance of insect pests to insecticides and transgenic crops in the field is a significant challenge for sustainable agriculture, and calls for the development of novel alternative strategies to control insect pests. One… read more here.
Keywords: insecticidal; stink bug; predatory stink; venom proteins ... See more keywords
Regulation of melanization in aphids by parasitoid wasp venom proteins enhances mummification.
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DOI: 10.1002/ps.8503
Abstract: BACKGROUND Interactions between parasitic insects and their hosts demonstrate the complexity of evolutionary processes. Specifically, the parasitoid wasp Aphidius ervi manipulates its host, the pea aphid Acyrthosiphon pisum, through strategic venom injection to enhance mummification.… read more here.
Keywords: parasitoid wasp; venom proteins; mummification; venom ... See more keywords
Jellyfish venom proteins and their pharmacological potentials: A review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.02.074
Abstract: Several research in the organisms of marine invertebrates to assess the medicinal ability of its bio-active molecules have yielded very positive results in recent times. Jellyfish secreted venoms are rich sources of toxins intended to… read more here.
Keywords: jellyfish venom; venom proteins; potentials review; proteins pharmacological ... See more keywords
Revisiting Polybia paulista wasp venom using shotgun proteomics - Insights into the N-linked glycosylated venom proteins.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jprot.2019.03.012
Abstract: The partial proteome of Polybia paulista wasp venom was previously reported elsewhere using a gel-dependent approach and resulted in the identification of a limited number of venom toxins. Here, we reinvestigated the P. paulista venom… read more here.
Keywords: wasp venom; venom; polybia paulista; venom proteins ... See more keywords
Recombinant venom proteins in insect seminal fluid reduce female lifespan
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DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-54863-1
Abstract: The emergence of insecticide resistance has increased the need for alternative pest management tools. Numerous genetic biocontrol approaches, which involve the release of genetically modified organisms to control pest populations, are in various stages of… read more here.
Keywords: genetic biocontrol; biocontrol; female lifespan; seminal fluid ... See more keywords
Biopanning of allergens from wasp sting patients
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DOI: 10.1042/bsr20181113
Abstract: Objective: Wasp venom is a potentially important natural drug, but it can cause hypersensitivity reactions. The purpose of the present study was to systematically study the epitopes of wasp venom. Methods: Using a random 12-peptide… read more here.
Keywords: wasp venom; venom; venom proteins; wasp sting ... See more keywords
Activated entomopathogenic nematode infective juveniles release lethal venom proteins
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.ppat.1006302
Abstract: Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) are unique parasites due to their symbiosis with entomopathogenic bacteria and their ability to kill insect hosts quickly after infection. It is widely believed that EPNs rely on their bacterial partners for… read more here.
Keywords: nematode infective; infective juveniles; venom proteins; juveniles release ... See more keywords
Therapeutic Promise and Biotechnological Prospects of Dendroaspis polylepis Venom Proteins: Mambalgins, Fasciculins, and Dendrotoxins
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DOI: 10.3390/ijms26209895
Abstract: Animal toxins contain various bioactive peptides and proteins which have evolved to interact in specific ways. As such, they are a good starting point for developing new drugs and vaccines. This paper examines three natural… read more here.
Keywords: dendroaspis polylepis; polylepis venom; fasciculins dendrotoxins; venom proteins ... See more keywords
Transcriptome Analysis Reveals the Venom Genes of the Ectoparasitoid Habrobracon hebetor (Hymenoptera: Braconidae)
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DOI: 10.3390/insects15060426
Abstract: Simple Summary The ectoparasitoid Habrobracon hebetor (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) exhibits broad parasitic abilities against lepidopteran pests, utilizing its venom as a key factor for host mortality. Analyzing the venom’s constituents is crucial to understanding the mechanisms… read more here.
Keywords: ectoparasitoid habrobracon; habrobracon hebetor; venom proteins; venom ... See more keywords
Identification of Protein Quality Markers in Toad Venom from Bufo gargarizans
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DOI: 10.3390/molecules28083628
Abstract: Toad venom is a traditional Chinese medicine with high medicinal value. The existing quality evaluation standards of toad venom have obvious limitations because of the lack of research on proteins. Thus, it is necessary to… read more here.
Keywords: quality; toad venom; venom proteins; quality evaluation ... See more keywords
Bee Venom Proteins Enhance Proton Absorption by Membranes Composed of Phospholipids of the Myelin Sheath and Endoplasmic Reticulum: Pharmacological Relevance
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DOI: 10.3390/ph18091334
Abstract: Background/Objectives: Recent evidence challenges the classical chemiosmotic theory, suggesting that proton movement along membrane surfaces—not bulk-phase gradients—drives bioenergetic processes. Proton accumulation on membranes like the myelin sheath and endoplasmic reticulum (ER) may represent a universal… read more here.
Keywords: venom proteins; bee venom; proton absorption; absorption ... See more keywords