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Endosymbiotic Wolbachia bacteria as biological control tools of disease vectors and pests

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2011-08-01

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Short Survey

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14390418
09312048

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10.1111/j.1439-0418.2011.01641.x

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2-s2.0-79960124667

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Mahidol University

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Journal of Applied Entomology. Vol.135, No.7 (2011), 479-486

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A. Ahantarig, P. Kittayapong Endosymbiotic Wolbachia bacteria as biological control tools of disease vectors and pests. Journal of Applied Entomology. Vol.135, No.7 (2011), 479-486. doi:10.1111/j.1439-0418.2011.01641.x Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/20.500.14594/11286

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Endosymbiotic Wolbachia bacteria as biological control tools of disease vectors and pests

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A. Ahantarig
 P. Kittayapong

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Mahidol University

Abstract

Wolbachia bacteria are common cytoplasmic symbionts of insects, mites and filarial nematodes. They can alter the reproduction of their hosts. The symbiont could be eliminated, transferred or used through genetic alteration to take advantage or remove their possible influences on pests and/or natural enemies. Their extensive effects on reproduction and host fitness have made Wolbachia the subject of growing attention as a potential biocontrol agent. Here, we summarize the relations of Wolbachia in the control of disease vectors and pests. Furthermore, the drawbacks of these bacteria are also discussed. © 2011 Blackwell Verlag, GmbH.

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Agricultural and Biological Sciences

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