Publications by authors named "D G Rotenberg"
Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) is transmitted by insect pests from the Thripidae family, including Frankliniella occidentalis, commonly known as western flower thrips. For experimental purposes, researchers have developed methods for inoculating host plants with TSWV, allowing thrips to acquire TSWV, and verifying thrips acquisition. Plants can be inoculated with TSWV either mechanically or with thrips in the lab, but in nature, the virus is transmitted by thrips.
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- The western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) are major agricultural pests that damage crops and spread plant viruses, necessitating new control methods for larvae, which are crucial for virus transmission.
- This study introduces a novel microinjection technique to effectively deliver RNA interference (RNAi) into the first instar larval thrips, improving their survival rates significantly compared to previous methods.
- By successfully silencing important genes like CYP3653A2 and ApoLp-II/I, the research lays the groundwork for exploring molecular mechanisms of thrips-virus interactions, potentially aiding in pest management strategies.
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- * Sixteen identical maxillary models were used to install implants and assess deviations in positioning after scanning with both MFA and SBIO, using various measurement techniques to analyze horizontal, vertical, and angular discrepancies.
- * The results indicated no significant differences in scanning accuracy between the MFA and SBIO, suggesting that both methods are similarly reliable for dental implant placements.
Dehydration and tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) infection substantially impact the feeding of western flower thrips, . Until now, the dynamics between these biotic and abiotic stresses have not been examined for thrips. Here, we report water balance characteristics and changes in other biological parameters during infection with TSWV for the western flower thrips.
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- Titanium dental implants have biological and esthetic limitations, leading to increased interest in zirconia implants, which are praised for their appearance and compatibility with the body.
- A study involving 9 zirconia implants placed in 8 adults showed a 1-year survival rate of 88.8%, with one implant failing after 6 months.
- The results indicated stable soft tissue and minimal bone loss over the year, suggesting that two-piece zirconia implants could be a reliable option for tooth replacement.