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Description
Title
Toxicogenomics of Apis Mellifera
Author(s)
Johnson, Reed M.
Issue Date
2008
Doctoral Committee Chair(s)
Berenbaum, May
Department of Study
Entomology
Discipline
Entomology
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
Ph.D.
Degree Level
Dissertation
Keyword(s)
Biology, Entomology
Language
eng
Abstract
Collectively, the studies reported in this dissertation demonstrate that honey bee P450s associated with detoxification are few in number, that these P450s appear to have evolved to respond specifically to natural compounds encountered in the hive environment, and that honey bees have a limited capacity to metabolize synthetic pesticides. Certain beekeeping practices, including miticide use and artificial feeding supplements, may affect the ability of bees to process xenobiotics. Studies conducted for this dissertation suggest that deeper understanding of honey bee toxicology may contribute to improving management practices that enhance overall honey bee health.
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