Kennan Oyen

RNA-seq analysis of Triatoma gerstaeckeri during mite infestation reveals increased metabolic demand and lower reproductive investment

This study uses RNA-seq to analyze Triatoma gerstaeckeri during mite infestation, finding increased metabolic activity and reduced reproductive investment.

Genome sequencing and multi-stage, blood-feeding, and tissue-specific transcriptome atlas of the Rocky Mountain wood tick provide a critical resource for this vector

This study provides a reference genome and transcriptome atlas of the Rocky Mountain wood tick, identifying genes involved in blood feeding and developmental-stage-specific gene expression.

Sub-lethal pesticide exposure facilitates the potential northward range shifts of ticks by increasing cold tolerance and overwintering survival

This study shows that sublethal pesticide exposure increases cold tolerance and overwintering survival in ticks, potentially enabling northward range shifts by improving their ability to survive low temperatures.

Impaired humidity sensing reduces tick survival by preventing water homeostasis

This study shows that impaired humidity sensing in ticks reduces survival by disrupting water homeostasis, particularly under variable environmental conditions.

Multi-level analysis of reproduction in an Antarctic midge identifies female and male accessory gland products that are altered by larval stress and impact progeny viability

Functional genomics of the stable fly, Stomoxys calcitrans, reveals mechanisms underlying reproduction, host interactions, and novel targets for pest control

This study provides insights into the biology of the stable fly by combining genome sequencing, microbiome analysis, and RNA-seq to identify genes related to reproduction, host interactions, and pest control.