A novel β-fructofuranosidase in Coleoptera: Characterization of a β-fructofuranosidase from the sugarcane weevil, Sphenophorus levis

Pedezzi, Rafael; Fonseca, Fernando P.P.; Júnior, Célio Dias Santos; Kishi, Luciano Takeshi; Terra, Walter R.; Henrique-Silva, Flávio

doi:10.1016/j.ibmb.2014.10.005

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“…Further phylogenetic analysis and genome mining shows that close homologues of the B. mori GH32 gene are present in all lepidopteran genomes sequenced so far, suggestive of a single ancient HGT about 145-200 MYA ( Li et al 2011 ; Zhu et al 2011 ; Sun et al 2013 ). In addition, current comparative genomic studies across the Arthropoda also uncovered the presence of β-fructofuranosidase genes in the genomes of beetles belonging to the Curculionoidea and Buprestoidea superfamilies, the dipteran Mayetolia destructor and in the chelicerate spider mite T. urticae , suggestive of multiple, independent HGT events ( Grbic et al 2011 ; Keeling et al 2013 ; Sun et al 2013 ; Pedezzi et al 2014 ; Zhao et al 2014 , 2015 ) ( figs. 1 and 3 and table 1 ).…”

Section: Assimilation Of Intracellular Plant Nutrientsmentioning

confidence: 98%

“…For now, this is a far less parsimonious scenario due to the extremely high prevalence of gene loss that would be required. Moreover, phylogenetic analysis strongly suggests independent horizontal transfers of the β-fructofuranosidase genes from different bacterial donor species to the diverse phytophagous lineages ( Keeling et al 2013 ; Pedezzi et al 2014 ; Zhao et al 2014 ). As within Lepidoptera, the transferred gene into the Curculionoidea superfamily still codes for a functional β-fructofuranosidase ( Pedezzi et al 2014 ).…”

Section: Assimilation Of Intracellular Plant Nutrientsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Horizontal Gene Transfer Contributes to the Evolution of Arthropod Herbivory

Wybouw¹,

Pauchet²,

Heckel³

et al. 2016

Genome Biol Evol

169

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Within animals, evolutionary transition toward herbivory is severely limited by the hostile characteristics of plants. Arthropods have nonetheless counteracted many nutritional and defensive barriers imposed by plants and are currently considered as the most successful animal herbivores in terrestrial ecosystems. We gather a body of evidence showing that genomes of various plant feeding insects and mites possess genes whose presence can only be explained by horizontal gene transfer (HGT). HGT is the asexual transmission of genetic information between reproductively isolated species. Although HGT is known to have great adaptive significance in prokaryotes, its impact on eukaryotic evolution remains obscure. Here, we show that laterally transferred genes into arthropods underpin many adaptations to phytophagy, including efficient assimilation and detoxification of plant produced metabolites. Horizontally acquired genes and the traits they encode often functionally diversify within arthropod recipients, enabling the colonization of more host plant species and organs. We demonstrate that HGT can drive metazoan evolution by uncovering its prominent role in the adaptations of arthropods to exploit plants.

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Section: Assimilation Of Intracellular Plant Nutrientsmentioning

confidence: 98%

Section: Assimilation Of Intracellular Plant Nutrientsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Horizontal Gene Transfer Contributes to the Evolution of Arthropod Herbivory

Wybouw¹,

Pauchet²,

Heckel³

et al. 2016

Genome Biol Evol

169

151

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“…β-fructofuranosidases or invertases (EC 3.2.1.26) are glycosidehydrolases that catalyze the hydrolysis of sucrose (β-Dglucopyranosyl-S-D-fructofuranoside) into the monosaccharides glucose and fructose (Pedezzi et al, 2014;Zibaee et al, 2008). Invertase activity showed the highest influence with chlorfluazuron recorded 51.19 % reduction, lufenuron caused a limited significant reduction reached to 35.95 %, in contrast with hexaflumuron showed significant increasing in invertase activity raising to 6.9 % increasing, as shown in Figure (2,c).…”

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Biochemical Effects of Some Chitin Synthesis Inhibitors Against Red Palm Weevil, Rhynchophorus ferrugineus Insect

Elsobki

Ali

2020

Egyptian Academic Journal of Biological Sciences, F. Toxicology

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The journal of Toxicology and pest control is one of the series issued twice by the Egyptian Academic Journal of Biological Sciences, and is devoted to publication of original papers related to the interaction between insects and their environment. The goal of the journal is to advance the scientific understanding of mechanisms of toxicity. Emphasis will be placed on toxic effects observed at relevant exposures, which have direct impact on safety evaluation and risk assessment. The journal therefore welcomes papers on biology ranging from molecular and cell biology, biochemistry and physiology to ecology and environment, also systematics, microbiology, toxicology, hydrobiology, radiobiology and biotechnology. www.eajbs.eg.net

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“…For instance, β-fructofuranosidases (breaking down plant sucrose enzyme) were obtained by some Coleoptera throughout horizontal transfer, probably from bacteria. The synthesis of β-fructofuranosidases in insects’ cells (Pedezzi et al 2014 ; Keeling et al 2013 ) enables them to use plant sucrose more efficiently. On the other hand, Pauchet et al ( 2014 ) indicated that wood-boring larvae ( Apriona japonica, Cerambidae) produced arsenal of PCWDEs to the degradation hemicelluloses and celluloses in wood material.…”

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Three-way interaction among plants, bacteria, and coleopteran insects

Wielkopolan

Obrępalska‐Stęplowska

2016

Planta

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Main conclusionColeoptera, the largest and the most diverse Insecta order, is characterized by multiple adaptations to plant feeding. Insect-associated microorganisms can be important mediators and modulators of interactions between insects and plants.Interactions between plants and insects are highly complex and involve multiple factors. There are various defense mechanisms initiated by plants upon attack by herbivorous insects, including the development of morphological structures and the synthesis of toxic secondary metabolites and volatiles. In turn, herbivores have adapted to feeding on plants and further sophisticated adaptations to overcome plant responses may continue to evolve. Herbivorous insects may detoxify toxic phytocompounds, sequester poisonous plant factors, and alter their own overall gene expression pattern. Moreover, insects are associated with microbes, which not only considerably affect insects, but can also modify plant defense responses to the benefit of their host. Plants are also frequently associated with endophytes, which may act as bioinsecticides. Therefore, it is very important to consider the factors influencing the interaction between plants and insects. Herbivorous insects cause considerable damage to global crop production. Coleoptera is the largest and the most diverse order in the class Insecta. In this review, various aspects of the interactions among insects, microbes, and plants are described with a focus on coleopteran species, their bacterial symbionts, and their plant hosts to demonstrate that many factors contribute to the success of coleopteran herbivory.

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A novel β-fructofuranosidase in Coleoptera: Characterization of a β-fructofuranosidase from the sugarcane weevil, Sphenophorus levis

Cited by 33 publications

References 41 publications

Horizontal Gene Transfer Contributes to the Evolution of Arthropod Herbivory

Horizontal Gene Transfer Contributes to the Evolution of Arthropod Herbivory

Biochemical Effects of Some Chitin Synthesis Inhibitors Against Red Palm Weevil, Rhynchophorus ferrugineus Insect

Three-way interaction among plants, bacteria, and coleopteran insects

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