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RNAi in Insect Physiology: Unlocking Mechanisms and Pioneering Sustainable Pest Control.
1School of Life Sciences, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou 510006, China.
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|March 28, 2026
Summary
RNA interference (RNAi) uses double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) to silence genes. This discovery revolutionized molecular biology, enabling precise control over gene expression for research and therapeutic applications.
Area of Science:
- Molecular Biology
- Genetics
- Biotechnology
Background:
- The discovery of RNA interference (RNAi) in 1998 in nematodes.
- RNAi is a natural biological process for gene silencing.
- Double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) triggers gene silencing.
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