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Method for improving plant resistance to insects

US10155958B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Xiaoya Chen · Brooklyn, US
Xiuming Wu · Shanghai, CN
Yingbo Mao · Shanghai, CN
Changqing Yang · Lo Wu, CN
Lingjian Wang · Shanghai, CN

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Filing date	Mar 31, 2012
Grant date	Dec 18, 2018
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jan 10, 2033

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Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
CPC primaryY02A40/146
WIPO fieldBiotechnology
WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for improving plant insect resistance includes providing target genes derived from insects. Constructs based on the nucleotide sequences of these target genes are designed to form interfering molecules. After being eating by insects, the plant can significantly inhibit expression of corresponding genes in insects. This inhibition is not affected by barrier of the insect digestive systems. The method can improve the insect resistance of plants, reduce pesticide applications, lower the costs of agricultural production, and protect the environment.

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