Entomology is a super science embracing interdisciplinary approaches in genomics proteomics
and interdependent fields of biochemistry physiology molecular entomology and biotechnology.
An urgent need to manage available resources for the benefit of the planet and humankind has
led to remarkable progress since publication of the fruit fly genome in 2000. Short Views on
Insect Genomics and Proteomics presents multiple perspectives of recognized experts from around
the world in genomics bioinformatics molecular biology biochemistry physiology and
immunology emphasizing fast-moving areas of current research on insects and other arthropods.
Concise accessible topical reviews include body lice and white fly genome projects aphid
phenotypic plasticity insect regulatory genomics the complex tick sialome protein expression
systems therapeutic potential of insect antimicrobial peptides nanoparticle insecticides and
novel uses for recombinant and synthetic spider silks.
