Publications by authors named "Yibing Kong"
Article Synopsis
- The gut in insects like silkworms is crucial for digestion and also acts as a barrier against harmful pathogens, but there's limited understanding of how their immune system responds to viral infections.
- This study utilized single-nucleus RNA sequencing to explore different cell types in the silkworm midgut and examined how the Bombyx mori cytoplasmic polyhedrosis virus (BmCPV) affects these cells.
- Findings suggest that BmCPV not only decreases antiviral responses but also increases the expression of genes promoting viral replication, indicating a complex interplay between the virus and the host's immune system.
