The article discusses advances in osmoregulation and excretion with emphasis on how
multicellular animals in different osmotic environments regulate their milieu intérieur …

Anthropogenic sources increase freshwater salinity and produce differences in constituent
ions compared with natural waters. Moreover, ions differ in physiological roles and …

Insects are considered a nutritionally valuable source of alternative proteins, and their
efficient protein extraction is a prerequisite for large-scale use. The protein content is usually …

Vector‐borne diseases cause significant financial and human loss, with billions of dollars
spent on control. Arthropod vectors experience a complex suite of environmental factors that …

Employing the clear, student-friendly style that made previous editions so popular, Insect
Physiology and Biochemistry, Fourth Edition presents an engaging and authoritative guide …

Edible insects represent an interesting alternative source of protein for human consumption
but the main hurdle facing the edible insect sector is low consumer acceptance. However …

Biowaste treatment with black soldier fly larvae (BSFL, Hermetia illucens L.) can promote a
more sustainable food system by reusing nutrients that would otherwise be wasted …

Background Insect species are suitable for farming as “mini livestock” for human and animal
consumption. It is important to assess the protein quality of relevant species to understand …

Many insect vectors of disease detect their hosts through olfactory cues, and thus it is of
great interest to understand better how odors are encoded. However, little is known about …

BACKGROUND There is a growing interest in the use of insects in poultry, swine and
aquaculture feed, as well as pet food applications. All insects produce chitin‐based …