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  • Huanglongbing (HLB) threatens global citrus production and is spread by the pest Diaphorina citri, necessitating effective control methods.
  • The study focuses on heat shock protein 70 (HSP70) genes in D. citri, analyzing their genome-wide presence, gene structure, and response to HLB infection and insect development.
  • Results indicate varying gene expression related to HLB infection, providing insights that could lead to new pest control strategies targeting D. citri and HLB.

Article Abstract

Huanglongbing (HLB), a global citrus threat, is transmitted by Diaphorina citri Kuwayama, a widespread insect pest. The disease's rapid spread and incurability necessitate efficient, sustainable control strategies. This study investigates heat shock protein 70 (HSP70) genes in D. citri, known to play a pivotal role in insect survival and stress response. The genome-wide identification, gene structure analysis, and conserved protein domain analysis of 22 HSP70 genes in D. citri were performed. Furthermore, the expression of these genes during HLB infection or developmental processes was gauged. Phylogenetic analysis revealed the functional categorization of the identified genes, while gene structure and conserved motifs offered insights into gene function. The expression analysis unveiled dynamic profiles in response to infection and across development stages, potentially aiding future targeted pest control strategies. These findings offer promising leads for the design of novel inhibitors or RNAi strategies targeting D. citri and HLB.

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