Plant–Aphid Interaction Mechanism and Molecular Basis of Aphid Resistance to Insecticides

Dear Colleagues,

Aphids are a group of phloem-feeding insects, with many species exhibiting a complex range of host plants. In recent years, aphids have become increasingly valuable research models for studying insect–plant interactions owing to their intriguing biological characteristics, such as their complex life cycles, the telescope phenomenon, and phenotypic plasticity. Meanwhile, many aphid species are widely recognized as major pests in agriculture and forestry. The control of aphids primarily depends on the application of insecticides. Unfortunately, the long-term and excessive application of such insecticides has resulted in aphids developing varying degrees of resistance to these agents. Elucidating the mechanisms of aphid resistance will provide new insights into the development of aphid management strategies.

This Special Issue invites research employing the molecular mechanism of host plant–aphid interaction and the molecular basis of aphid resistance to insecticides. We welcome both original research articles and comprehensive review papers that focus on the interaction between aphids and host plants, insecticide resistance mechanisms, microevolution, and phenotypic plasticity. All submissions meeting these criteria will be considered for publication in this Special Issue.

Dr. Xiong Peng
Guest Editor

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