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  • Insect immunology
  • Cell biology
  • Transcriptomics

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  • Hemocytes, insect blood cells, exhibit diverse morphologies and functions, including immune responses.
  • The extent of functional differentiation and independent physiological processes within hemocytes remains largely unknown.
  • Previous studies recognized four hemocyte types in *Spodoptera exigua* larvae.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively analyze hemocyte transcriptomes and identify functional cell types.
  • To understand the molecular basis of hemocyte differentiation and immune responses in *S. exigua*.
  • To investigate dynamic changes in hemocyte populations following immune challenges.

Main Methods:

  • Single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-Seq) of hemocytes from *Spodoptera exigua* larvae.
  • Bioinformatic analysis to cluster hemocytes based on transcriptomic profiles.
  • Gene expression analysis to predict functional roles and identify specific markers.
  • Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) for marker validation and identification of novel cell types.
  • Trajectory analysis to infer differentiation pathways.

Main Results:

  • scRNA-Seq identified 24 distinct hemocyte clusters, revealing greater heterogeneity than previously recognized.
  • Clusters were functionally categorized into groups such as active protein synthesis, apoptosis, melanization, antimicrobial peptide production, and calcium homeostasis.
  • Specific immune pathways (Toll/IMD) and mediators (oxylipins) showed variable expression, with immune effectors like melanization and apoptosis localized to specific clusters.
  • Five novel hemocyte groups, distinct from the four known types, were identified using specific FISH markers.
  • Hemocyte clusters exhibited dynamic transcriptomic changes upon immune challenge, suggesting plasticity and at least three differentiation pathways.

Conclusions:

  • *Spodoptera exigua* hemocytes are functionally highly differentiated, with transcriptomic data revealing significant cellular diversity.
  • Specific hemocyte clusters are specialized for distinct physiological processes, including key immune functions.
  • Hemocyte populations display dynamic transitions and differentiation in response to environmental cues, highlighting their adaptability.