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Integrated genomic and proteomic analysis of local Bacillus thuringiensis isolates for targeted insect pest control
Sumarin Soonsanga1, Amporn Rungrod2, Mongkon Utamatho2
1National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, National Science and Technology Development Agency, 113 Thailand Science Park, Phahonyothin Road, Khlong Luang, 12120, Pathum Thani, Thailand. sumarin.soo@biotec.or.th.
Archives of Microbiology
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