Early detection of Citrus Huanglongbing by UAV remote sensing based on MGA-UNet.

Citrus Huanglongbing (HLB), also known as citrus greening, is a severe disease that has caused substantial economic damage to the global citrus industry. Early detection is challenging due to the lack of distinctive early symptoms, making current diagnostic methods often ineffective. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an intelligent and timely detection system for HLB.

A high-quality chromosome-level genome assembly for the agricultural pest Mythimna separata.

The oriental armyworm, Mythimna separata, poses a persistent challenge to agricultural pest management due to its strong migratory abilities and polyphagous feeding behavior. In this study, we present a chromosome-level genome assembly using Illumina, PacBio HiFi, and Hi-C sequencing technologies. The final assembly spans 714.

Transcriptome analysis provides insights into the role of TLP16 in Musa acuminata Resistance to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense wilt.

Background: Thaumatin-like proteins (TLPs) are crucial pathogenesis-related proteins that significantly contribute to plant defense rection. Fusarium oxysporum f. sp.

A chromosome-level genome assembly of the Brontispa longissima.

Brontispa longissima is a highly destructive pest that affects coconut and ornamental palm plants. It is widely distributed across Southeast and East Asia and the Pacific region, causing production losses of up to 50-70%. While control methods and ecological phenomena have been the primary focus of research, there is a significant lack of studies on the molecular mechanisms underlying these ecological phenomena.

Antibiotics suppress the expression of antimicrobial peptides and increase sensitivity of Cydia pomonella to granulosis virus.

Cydia pomonella granulovirus (CpGV) is a highly specific and environmentally friendly pathogenic virus successfully used as a biological insecticide against codling moth larvae. Continuous application of CpGV has led to high levels of resistance in codling moth, Cydia pomonella (C. pomonella).

Cuticular proteins in codling moth (Cydia pomonella) respond to insecticide and temperature stress.

The insect cuticle consists of chitin and cuticular proteins (CPs), which stabilize the body shape and provide an effective physical barrier against the external environment. They are also potential target sites for developing environmentally friendly insect management through the utilization of physiology-based methods. The codling moth, Cydia pomonella, is a pest afflicting fruit orchards worldwide.

Determining the complete mitochondrial genome of (Lepidoptera: Drepanidae) and phylogenetic analysis.

is a widely distributed insect species in northern and central China. To date, few studies have been conducted on this species, with the exception of morphological taxonomy studies. Here, we report the complete mitochondrial genome of collected in China.

Global genomic signature reveals the evolution of fall armyworm in the Eastern hemisphere.

The major plant pest fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda, is native to the Americas and has colonized Africa and Asia within the Eastern hemisphere since 2016, causing severe damage to multiple agricultural crop species. However, the genetic origin of these invasive populations requires more in-depth exploration. We analysed genetic variation across the genomes of 280 FAW individuals from both the Eastern hemisphere and the Americas.

Investigation of Immune Responses in Giant African Snail, , against a Two-Round Lipopolysaccharide Challenge.

As one of the 100 most-threatening invasive alien species, the giant African snail () has successfully invaded and established itself in most areas of southern China. Protection against recurrent pathogen infections is vital to biological invasion. Enhanced immune protection has been previously found in other invertebrates, but not in the unique immune system of the giant African snail.

Inhibition of invasive plant Mikania micrantha rapid growth by host-specific rust (Puccinia spegazzinii).

Mikania micrantha Kunth is a fast-growing global invasive weed species that causes severe damage to natural ecosystems and very large economic losses of forest and crop production. Although Puccinia spegazzinii can effectively inhibit the growth of M. micrantha and is used as a biological control strain in many countries, the mechanism of inhibiting the growth of M.

Characterization of the mitochondrial genome of the lawn cutworm (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae).

The lawn cutworm, , is one of the most important pests that causes economic damage to grass crops. This study reports the complete mitochondrial genome of an sample collected in China. The genome is a circular molecule 15,460 bp in length with an overall A + T content of 81.

A chromosome-level genome assembly of the beet armyworm Spodoptera exigua.

Background: The beet armyworm Spodoptera exigua is a polyphagous caterpillar that causes serious damage to many species of crops and vegetables. To gain insight into how this polyphagous insect differs from less harmful oligophagous species, we generated a chromosome-level assembly and compared it to closely related species with the same or different feeding habits.

Results: Based on Illumina and Pacific Biosciences data and Hi-C technology, 425.

Genomic insights into longan evolution from a chromosome-level genome assembly and population genomics of longan accessions.

Longan (Dimocarpus longan) is a subtropical fruit best known for its nutritious fruit and regarded as a precious tonic and traditional medicine since ancient times. High-quality chromosome-scale genome assembly is valuable for functional genomic study and genetic improvement of longan. Here, we report a chromosome-level reference genome sequence for longan cultivar JDB with an assembled genome of 455.

Excessive Nitrogen Fertilization Favors the Colonization, Survival, and Development of via Bottom-Up Effects.

Fertilization can trigger bottom-up effects on crop plant-insect pest interactions. The intensive use of nitrogen fertilizer has been a common practice in rice production, while the yield has long been challenged by the white-backed planthopper, (Horváth). High nitrogen fertilization can facilitate infestation, however, how nitrogen fertilizer leads to high infestation and the nutritional interactions between rice and are poorly understood.

Gene expression patterns of Cydia pomonella granulovirus in codling moth larvae revealed by RNAseq analysis.

The Cydia pomonella granulovirus (CpGV) has been used as a biological control agent of codling moth (Cydia pomonella), a severe global pest on pome fruit. Despite the economic importance, our knowledge of its molecular biology is still limited and a detailed picture of its gene expression is still missing. Here, we sequenced the transcriptome of codling moth larvae infected with the Mexican isolate CpGV-M and analyzed the expression of viral genes at 12, 48, and 96 h post infection (hpi).

Complete mitochondrial genome of (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) from Egypt.

The polyphagous cotton leafworm () is one of the most destructive herbivorous insects worldwide. The present study reports the complete mitochondrial genome of collected from Egypt. The circular-mapping mitogenome was 15,408 bp in length with an overall A + T content of 81.

Characterization of the mitochondrial genome of (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) from South Africa.

The African armyworm, , is an episodic migratory crop pest with an expanding distribution worldwide. This is the first report of the circular mitochondrial genome of , with a length of 15,457 bp and an A + T content of 81.7%.

Giant African snail genomes provide insights into molluscan whole-genome duplication and aquatic-terrestrial transition.

Whole-genome duplication (WGD), contributing to evolutionary diversity and environmental adaptability, has been observed across a wide variety of eukaryotic groups, but not in molluscs. Molluscs are the second largest animal phylum in terms of species numbers, and among the organisms that have successfully adapted to the nonmarine realm through aquatic-terrestrial (A-T) transition. We assembled a chromosome-level reference genome for Achatina immaculata, a globally invasive species, and compared the genomes of two giant African snails (A.

Genetic structure and insecticide resistance characteristics of fall armyworm populations invading China.

The rapid wide-scale spread of fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) has caused serious crop losses globally. However, differences in the genetic background of subpopulations and the mechanisms of rapid adaptation behind the invasion are still not well understood. Here we report the assembly of a 390.

Effects of Water Immersion and Soil Moisture Content on Larval and Pupal Survival of (Diptera: Tephritidae).

, one of the most devastating citrus pests in Asia, has two developmental stages (mature larva and pupa) that complete their life cycle in the soil. Currently, southern China has a climate with abundant autumn rains, and soil moisture can be a major factor affecting the survival of larvae and pupae of . In the present study, we evaluated the effects of water immersion and high soil moisture content on the development of mature larvae and pupae of .

[Summary of professor 's experience for intractable facial paralysis].

Professor 's experience of diagnosis and treatment for intractable facial paralysis is introduced. Professor focuses on the thinking model that combines TCM, western medicine and acupuncture, and adopts the differentiation system that combines disease differentiation, syndrome differentiation and meridian differentiation; he adopts the treatment integrates etiological treatment, overall regulation, symptomatic treatment as well as acupuncture, moxibustion, medication and flash cupping. The acupoints of meridians are mostly selected, and acupoints of governor vessel such as Dazhui (GV 14) and Jinsuo (GV 8) are highly valued.