RNAi technology and its application in honeybee science researches
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Key Words:honeybee, RNAi, dsRNA, application
Abstract: RNA interference (RNAi) is a phenomenon whereby in vitro or in vivo dsRNA efficiently silences the expression of specific genes. There are three ways by which siRNA (small interfering RNA) is imported into organs. Here we summarize advances in the application of RNAi in research, such as the regulation of the expression of targeted genes and the molecular basis of caste differentiation. We also evaluate prospects for the application of RNAi in honeybee genomics.