We have been developing the Gram - negative bacterium Photorhabdus asymbiotica as a model system in which to study cross-talk between virulence factors
developed against insects that can also be deployed against mammalian immune responses.
Not exact matches
Although pest controllers now have numerous chemical preparations available, allowing them to take action
against unwanted
insects, the species targeted are
developing a resistance
against the different active substances at a rapid pace.
However, sooner or later,
insect species may be able to
develop a mechanism of resistance
against any pesticides.
Ever since
insects developed a taste for vegetation, plants have faced the same dilemma: use limited resources to out - compete their neighbors for light to grow, or, invest directly in defense
against hungry
insects.
Over hundreds of millions of years, certain plants have
developed highly effective defense mechanisms
against potentially harmful
insects.
«Many plants have
developed a natural defense
against destructive
insects,» said Kevin Metz, senior brand manager for the Vet's Best brand, manufactured by RPG Innovations in Dallas.
Developing a strong core can not only help iin pushing down the pedal with force, but also
against dust, debris, and
insects.