Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Zhitan Liu"
- Zhitan Liu's recent research primarily focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying the interactions between honey bee larvae and microbial pathogens, particularly through the investigation of various types of non-coding RNAs, including circular RNAs (circRNAs), long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), and microRNAs (miRNAs).
- The findings highlight the significance of these non-coding RNAs in regulating gene expression related to immunity and development in honey bee larvae, providing insights into the transcriptional dynamics and potential therapeutic targets for enhancing bee health against infections.
- Notable studies include the construction of full-length transcriptomes and the identification of differentially expressed RNA molecules during infection by Ascosphaera apis, revealing critical roles for these RNAs in modulating immune responses and developmental processes in honey bees.
