Cuticular Hydrocarbons

Cuticular hydrocarbons are a type of chemical compound found in the exterior of insects and other arthropods. They help protect the organism from environmental stressors and limit the ability of disease-causing organisms to attach and grow. They also play a role in recognition and communication between members of the same species. Cuticular hydrocarbons are used as a tool in population management and disease control, as they provide a fast and accurate way to identify species and assess the health of a population. Additionally, they are used to monitor changes in the environment and climate, and may be used in the future to predict changes in pest population dynamics.


From: International Journal of Hydrocarbons

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Editor: Fan-hao Meng, School of Pharmacy, China Medical University
Publication Type: Open Access Journal
Description: International Journal of Hydrocarbons, aims to bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of the field and provide opportunities for scientists and graduate students to present their work and exchange ideas related to hydrocarbons. IJH accepts and publishes manuscripts in the form of original Research, Review, Literatur