Animal hosts have initiated myriad symbiotic associations with microorganisms and often
have maintained these symbioses for millions of years, spanning drastic changes in …

Insects share an intimate relationship with their gut microflora and this symbiotic association
has developed into an essential evolutionary outcome intended for their survival through …

Most heritable information in eukaryotic cells is encoded in the nuclear genome, with
inheritance patterns following classic Mendelian segregation. Genomes residing in the …

Insects possess beneficial and nuisance values in the context of the agricultural sector and
human life around them. An ensemble of gut symbionts assists insects to adapt to diverse …

Simple Summary Microorganisms like bacteria, archaea, fungi, microalgae, and viruses
mostly form complex interactive networks within the ecosystem rather than existing as single …

Organisms across the tree of life colonize novel environments by partnering with bacterial
symbionts. These symbioses are characterized by intimate integration of host/endosymbiont …

DNA repair systems are essential to maintain genome integrity and stability. Some obligate
endosymbionts that experience long-term symbiosis with the insect hosts, however, have …

Symbiotic mutualisms of bacteria and animals are ubiquitous in nature, running a continuum
from facultative to obligate from the perspectives of both partners. The loss of functions …

Lineage specific expansions and gene duplications are some of the most important sources
of evolutionary novelty in eukaryotes. Although not as prevalent in eukaryotes compared to …

The move from a free-living environment to a long-term residence inside a host eukaryotic
cell has profound effects on bacterial function. While endosymbioses are found in many …