Friday, March 27, 2015

Honey bees use multiple genetic pathways to fight infections

Honey bees use different sets of genes, regulated by two distinct mechanisms, to fight off viruses, bacteria and gut parasites, according to researchers. The findings may help scientists develop honey bee treatments that are tailored to specific types of infections.



from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://ift.tt/19YKtdo via Karis World

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