Growth and longevity modulation through larval environment mediate immunosenescence and immune strategy of Tenebrio molitor
Abstract Background The Disposable Soma Theory of aging suggests a trade-off between energy allocation for growth, reproduction and somatic maintenance, including immunity. While trade-offs between reproduction and immunity are well documented, those involving growth remain under-explored. Rapid gro...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-01-01
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| Series: | Immunity & Ageing |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12979-023-00409-w |