Molecular Regulation of Insect Adaptation

Dear Colleagues,

Understanding insect adaptation requires an integrated approach that bridges molecular mechanisms with ecological consequences. This Special Issue focuses on the molecular regulation of insect adaptation, exploring how gene expression, epigenetic modifications, and protein function translate into physiological and phenotypic changes across different biological scales. We aim to highlight research that connects these molecular pathways to tangible ecological outcomes, such as responses to abiotic stress, host–plant interactions, pesticide resistance, and evolutionary diversification.

We invite contributions that employ cross-scale phenotyping, from detailed molecular assays to organismal and population-level analyses. By synthesizing insights relating to topics ranging from gene regulation to ecological fitness, this collection seeks to advance a holistic understanding of how molecular processes underpin the remarkable adaptability of insects in a rapidly changing world.

Prof. Dr. Lianxi Xing
Guest Editor

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