Bacterial, viral and fungal insecticides [Biocontrol agents]

Microorganisms that are pathogenic to insects provide a wealth of biological material that can be exploited by humans to control insect pests. Innovative applications of a few such entomopathogens are found throughout the world, but widespread commercial production of microbial insecticides awaits f...

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Published in:	Science (American Association for the Advancement of Science) Vol. 219; no. 4585; pp. 715 - 721
Main Authors:	Miller, L.K, Lingg, A.J, Bulla, L.A. Jr
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States The American Association for the Advancement of Science 11-02-1983 American Association for the Advancement of Science
Subjects:	Bacillus thuringiensis Blisters Crystals fungi Infections Innovations Insect control Insect genetics Insect pests Insect viruses Insecta Insecticides microorganisms reviews Toxins Viruses
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Summary:	Microorganisms that are pathogenic to insects provide a wealth of biological material that can be exploited by humans to control insect pests. Innovative applications of a few such entomopathogens are found throughout the world, but widespread commercial production of microbial insecticides awaits further studies of the biology, ecology, and pathogenicity of the agents. Genetic engineering techniques may be used to increase the virulence of these microorganisms, as well as to make them more tolerant of physical and chemical conditions and perhaps to broaden their host ranges. The use of microbial insecticides could decrease our dependence on chemical pesticides.
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ISSN:	0036-8075 1095-9203
DOI:	10.1126/science.219.4585.715