Thermal Development, Mortality, and Fertility of an Apulian Strain of at Different Temperatures.

This study explored the thermal response of , an injurious insect pest present in many countries worldwide, at different controlled conditions. This species is responsible for several economic losses in soft fruit cultivations, develops on ripening fruits, and has the capability to quickly adapt to new territories and climates, closing multiple generations per year. Given its high invasive potential and the increasing need for low-impact control strategies, an in-depth exploration of the biology of this species and of the stage thermal response is fundamental.

Development of Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) Assays for the Rapid Detection of Toxigenic and in Nuts.

species create major postharvest problems due to the food losses caused by their mere presence and the hazardous mycotoxins they produce, such as aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) and ochratoxin A (OTA). These mycotoxins are mainly produced by and , respectively. In this study, we developed a rapid detection method for the two aforementioned species based on loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP).

Effects of mitochondrial transplantation on chronic pressure wound healing in a human patient.

Background Aims: Wound healing is a multistage process that requires a concerted effort of various cell types. The intricate processes involved in the healing of wounds result in high energy requirements. Furthermore, mitochondria play a crucial role in the healing process because of their involvement in neo angiogenesis, growth factor synthesis, and cell differentiation.

Insecticidal Activity of Selected Essential Oils against (Diptera: Drosophilidae).

The spotted wing drosophila (SWD), Matsumura (Diptera: Drosophilidae), is an invasive polyphagous pest of soft-skinned fruit that has started to threaten small fruit production in Europe since 2008. High reproductive capacity, short generation time, and difficulties in visualizing early damage contribute to its rapid spread. Currently, the control strategy against mostly relies on treatment with synthetic insecticides.

Attraction of Egg Parasitoids and to the chemical cues of and .

and are two Asian egg parasitoids associated with different pentatomids such as . Adventive populations of were found in Northern Italy, suggesting its employment as a biological control agent (BCA) against . Nevertheless, to reduce the latter's population, was released in Italy.