Advances in Bacillus thuringiensis Applications: Beyond Biocidal Activity
A special issue of Toxins (ISSN 2072-6651). This special issue belongs to the section "Bacterial Toxins".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (30 November 2025) | Viewed by 1902
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Bacillus thuringiensis is an insect pathogen with specific insecticidal activity against a variety of pests, and it is currently the most widely used biopesticide in the world. New insecticidal activities are constantly being discovered, and more novel insecticidal proteins need to be explored for new target pests. In addition, Bacillus thuringiensis can secrete a variety of biologically active compounds during its growth process, which not only inhibit pests but also promote plant growth. By rationally arranging the use of Bt formulations, a healthier farmland ecosystem can be constructed, enhancing biodiversity and improving the stability of the ecosystem. With the continuous development of biotechnology, the application prospects of Bacillus thuringiensis will be even broader, making greater contributions to sustainable agricultural development and ecological environmental protection.
Dr. Lili Geng
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- Bacillus thuringiensis
- toxin
- insecticidal activity
- biologically active compounds
- new function
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