C. Schal

Lethal Disruption of the Symbiotic Gut Community in Eastern Subterranean Termite Caused by Boric Acid

This study examines the impact of boric acid on the gut microbiome of Eastern subterranean termites, finding dose-dependent mortality and microbiome dysbiosis.

Deployment and transcriptional evaluation of nitisinone, an FDA-approved drug, to control bed bugs

This study evaluates nitisinone (NTBC) as a new treatment for bed bugs, showing it is lethal to both susceptible and resistant populations but with slight resistance in the latter, and identifies molecular mechanisms of action.

Mating and starvation modulate feeding and host-seeking responses in female bed bugs, Cimex lectularius

This study shows that mating and starvation influence feeding and host-seeking behaviors in female bed bugs, with mated females showing higher feeding rates and altered odor responses.

Environmental decomposition of cuticular hydrocarbons generates a volatile pheromone that guides insect social behavior

The paper shows that environmental factors break down cuticular hydrocarbons into volatile compounds that influence cockroach social behavior by altering shelter preference.

Queen and king recognition in the subterranean termite, Reticulitermes flavipes: Evidence for royal recognition pheromones

The paper identifies royal recognition pheromones in Reticulitermes flavipes termites by showing that cuticular chemicals elicit specific shaking behaviors in workers and soldiers.

Hemimetabolous genomes reveal molecular basis of termite eusociality

The paper compares genomes and transcriptomes of termites and cockroaches to identify molecular mechanisms underlying termite eusociality, finding parallels and differences with Hymenoptera.