Advances in studies of acetylcholinesterase gene variation assoiated with insect resistance
Author of the article:QU Ming-Jing1,2;XU Xin-Jun3;HAN Zhao-Jun3; JIANG Xiao-Jing1,2
Author's Workplace:1. Shandong Peanut Research Institute, Qingdao 266100,China; 2. Key Laboratory of Monitoring and Management of Plant Diseases and Insects of Nanjing Agriculture University, Nanjing 210095 ,China;3. Shandong Entry-Exit Inspection
Key Words:acetylcholinesterase; point mutation; increasing expression
Abstract:Intensive use of organophosphate and carbamate insecticides led to development of resistance in many insects. Acetylcholinesterase is an important target enzyme to these insecticides. One of the most important reasons for resistance development is acetylc