Dissecting the sterility phenotype in gene edited Drosophila suzukii pgSIT males

Abstract Drosophila suzukii is an invasive pest that affects many fresh, soft-skinned fruits such as strawberries and blueberries. To combat this pest, growers use various methods including insecticide sprays, biological control, and sanitation practices. However, these methods are becoming increasi...

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Published in:Scientific Reports
Main Authors: Avery D. Witherbee, Stephanie Gamez
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-01-01
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-88598-w