Spider-Venom Peptides as Bioinsecticides

Spider-Venom Peptides as Bioinsecticides

Over 10,000 arthropod species are currently considered to be pest organisms. They are estimated to contribute to the destruction of ~14% of the world’s annual crop production and transmit many pathogens. Presently, arthropod pests of agricultural and health significance are controlled predominantly...

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Main Authors: Glenn F. King, Monique J. Windley, Margaret C. Hardy, Sławomir A. Dziemborowicz, Volker Herzig, Graham M. Nicholson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-03-01
Series:Toxins
Subjects:
spider venom
peptide
insecticidal
bioinsecticides
cystine knot
pest control
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/4/3/191/

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