Sexually dimorphic traits and male-specific differentiation are actively regulated by Doublesex during specific developmental windows in Nasonia vitripennis
Yidong Wang, Anna H. Rensink, Ute Fricke, Megan C. Riddle, Carol Trent, Louis van de Zande, Eveline C. Verhulst
This study shows that Doublesex (Dsx) regulates male-specific traits and genitalia morphology in Nasonia vitripennis during specific developmental stages, highlighting its role in suppressing female traits and promoting male-specific development.
bioRxiv · Apr 19, 2020 · PreprintDevelopmental Biology