Insect gene expression responds to diet

Cabbage looper caterpillars (Trichoplusia ni) are able to alter the expression of genes associated with metabolism, homeostasis and immunity in response to feeding on plants carrying bacteria. Research published in BioMed Central's open access journal Frontiers in Zoology has shown that, as well as tailoring gene expression within their own digestive systems, the insects are able to pass this information along to their offspring.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news160897189.html">Insect gene expression responds to diet</a></p> <p>Cabbage looper caterpillars (<i>Trichoplusia ni</i>) are able to alter the expression of genes associated with metabolism, homeostasis and immunity in response to feeding on plants carrying bacteria. Research published in BioMed Central's open access journal <i>Frontiers in Zoology</i> has shown that, as well as tailoring gene expression within their own digestive systems, the insects are able to pass this information along to their offspring.</p>