Young but not defenceless: antifungal activity during embryonic development of a social insect
Termites live in environments heavily colonized by diverse microorganisms, including pathogens. Eggs laid within the nest are likely to experience similar pathogenic pressures as those experienced by older nest-mates. Consequently, eggs may be under selective pressures to be immune-competent. Throug...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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The Royal Society
2020-08-01
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Series: | Royal Society Open Science |
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Online Access: | https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/pdf/10.1098/rsos.191418 |