Dongzhi Li

Star polycation nanocarrier selectively enhances mesotrione control efficacy via reduced particle size and improved foliar absorption

Abstract BACKGROUND Nanocarrier‐based formulations offer a superior means of enhancing control efficacy and increasing utilization. Star polycation (SPc) was an efficient nanocarrier of insecticides and fungicides. However, whether it could serve as an herbicide nanocarrier needs...

Functional Characterization of Trypsin Genes in Spodoptera litura and Their RNA Silencing in Combination with Insecticides

Trypsin is one of the major digestive proteinases secreted by the insect midgut. It plays important roles in digestion, molting, diapause, zymogen activation, innate immunity, reproduction and insecticide resistance. However, the functions of trypsin and its potential as a target...