Comparative Evaluation of Phenoloxidase Activity in Different Larval Stages of Four Lepidopteran Pests After Exposure toBacillus thuringiensis

Microbial entomopathogen–based bioinsecticides are recognized as alternatives to synthetic pesticides. Insects defend themselves against microbial pathogens by innate mechanisms, including increased phenoloxidase (PO) activity, but its relationship with microbial bioinsecticides efficacy is little k...

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Main Authors: Valadéz Lira, José Alberto, Alcocer González, Juan Manuel, Damas, Gabriela, Nuñez Mejía, Gricelda, Oppert, Brenda, Rodríguez Padilla, Cristina, Tamez Guerra, Patricia
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Language:English
Published: 2012
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Online Access:http://eprints.uanl.mx/14918/1/573.pdf

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