Publications by authors named "Xiaoliang Gu"
Transcriptome sequencing of wolf spider Lycosa sp. (Araneae: Lycosidae) venom glands provides insights into the evolution and diversity of disulfide-rich toxins.
Comp Biochem Physiol Part D Genomics Proteomics
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- Wolf spiders in the Lycosa genus are effective pest predators in agroforestry, using complex venom to quickly immobilize prey, which could lead to developments in natural drugs and biopesticides.
- Researchers sequenced the venom glands of a new Lycosa species and identified 19 unique disulfide-rich peptide (DRP) toxins, categorizing them into seven groups based on their structure.
- A phylogenetic analysis showed that the DRP toxins from the Lycosa sp. are diverse compared to other spider species, enhancing our understanding of toxin evolution and highlighting potential for further research on these compounds.