RNA Interference Is Enhanced by Knockdown of Double-Stranded RNases in the Yellow Fever Mosquito <i>Aedes aegypti</i>

RNA interference (RNAi) techniques are being developed for a range of pest insect control technologies, including the sterile insect technique (SIT) and double-stranded RNA (dsRNA)-based insecticides. In SIT applications, where >99% of the released males should be sterile to meet industry standar...

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Main Authors: David Giesbrecht, Daniel Heschuk, Ian Wiens, David Boguski, Parker LaChance, Steve Whyard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-05-01
Series:Insects
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/11/6/327