Effect of X-ray irradiation on the biological parameters of Xestia c-nigrum

The sterile insect technique (SIT) is widely used to control Lepidopteran pests by inducing inherited sterility. The noctuid moth Xestia c-nigrum is a polyphagous pest whose subterranean larvae severely injure cereals and some vegetables. The goals of this study were to assess the impact of X-ray ir...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Shijiao Chu, Bing Liu, Huan Li, Keke Lu, Yanhui Lu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-02-01
Series:Frontiers in Physiology
Subjects:
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphys.2024.1362991/full