D. Giron

Salivary proteins of Phloeomyzus passerinii, a plant-manipulating aphid, and their impact on early gene responses of susceptible and resistant poplar genotypes

This study characterizes the salivary proteins of Phloeomyzus passerinii and their impact on gene responses in poplar genotypes, revealing differences in host defense activation compared to Myzus persicae.

Field application of the geometric framework reveals a multistep strategy of nutrient regulation in a leaf-miner

This study applies the geometric framework to show how leaf-miner larvae use pre- and post-ingestive strategies to maintain nutritional balance in varying leaf environments.

Manipulation of plant primary metabolism by leaf-mining larvae in the race against leaf senescence

This study shows how leaf-mining larvae manipulate plant primary metabolism to maintain nutrient-rich tissues, with developmental stage and feeding mode affecting amino acid availability and insect growth.