Concept information
Preferred term
paratransgenesis
Type
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Topic
Definition
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A method to control vector-borne diseases by genetic manipulation of endosymbiotic microorganisms of insects (disease vectors). Genetically modified symbionts express anti-parasitic molecules or other effector proteins within the insect vectors that interfere with disease transmission.
Source: NAL Thesaurus Staff
Type: Concept definition
Broader concept
In other languages
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Spanish
URI
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/277578
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