Advances in research on antennal transcriptome in insects
Author of the article:XIE Cui-Qin** NIE Hong-Yi SU Song-Kun***
Author's Workplace：Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University College of Bee Science, Fuzhou 350000, China
Key Words：insect, antennae, transcriptome, information communication
Abstract：The ability of insects to perceive and transmit information on environmental change influences important behaviors, including food source identification, oviposition site selection and mate choice. As the surface of insect antennae is covered with a number of sensillum that are devoted to the perception of volatile molecules, odor and hormones, antennae are a vital sensory organ and important for gathering environmental information. This study of antennal transcriptome not only can improve pest management, pest prevention, and our understanding of caste differentiation and division of labor in social insects, but also provide a reference for future research on insect antennae and the application of antennal bionics.