Insect pests cause significant agricultural and economic losses to crops worldwide due to
their destructive activities. Pesticides are designed to be poisonous and are intentionally …

The insect's microbiota is well acknowledged as a “hidden” player influencing essential
insect traits. The gut microbiome of butterflies and moths (Lepidoptera) has been shown to …

Synthetic pesticides are extensively and injudiciously applied to control agriculture and
household pests worldwide. Due to their high use, their toxic residues have enormously …

Lepidopteran insects are one of the most widespread and speciose lineages on Earth, with
many common pests and beneficial insect species. The evolutionary success of their …

The development of insecticide resistance in insect pests is a worldwide concern and
elucidating the underlying mechanisms is critical for effective crop protection. Recent studies …

Pesticide pollution residues have become increasingly common health hazards over the last
several decades because of the wide use of pesticides. The gastrointestinal tract is the first …

Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are representative members of multiple ecosystems on earth,
displaying dynamic interactions within animal and plant kingdoms in respect with other …

In recent years, new targets have been included between the health outcomes induced by
pesticide exposure. The gastrointestinal tract is a key physical and biological barrier and it …

Herbivore specialists adapt to feed on a specific group of host plants by evolving various
mechanisms to respond to plant defenses. Insects also possess complex gut microbiotas but …

The biodiversity and biomass of insects is dramatically declining due to various
anthropogenic factors. One of these factors is the use of insecticides to protect plants from …