An Effective Chemical Permeabilization of Silkworm Embryos

The lipid layer surrounding the vitelline membrane of insect eggs has a critical role in the waterproofing and desiccation resistance of embryos. However, this lipid layer also prevents the flux of chemicals into the embryos, such as cryoprotectants, which are required for successful cryopreservatio...

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Main Authors: David Urbán-Duarte, Shuichiro Tomita, Hiroki Sakai, Hideki Sezutsu, José Fernando De La Torre-Sánchez, Yooichi Kainoh, Seiichi Furukawa, Keiro Uchino
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-05-01
Series:Bioengineering
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-5354/10/5/563