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New Crucial Areas for Frontier Research in Entomology

Author: Ram Kishor Meena, T. Revanth SRI, Suman Choudhary, Akhter Hussain, S. L. Sharma, Jugal Kishor Bana, Bhawani Singh Meena, Sushila Choudhary, Nisha Choudhary and Ravindra Kumar Meena

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Abstract

Entomology is the study of all aspects of insects and allied species, including their developmental morphology, biology, ecology, biochemistry, physiology, behaviour, systematics, and molecular genetics. The application of artificial intelligence is being used in insect pest detection and monitoring in crops/ fruit plants, pest management in warehouses/ grain reserves. This review brings to light the alarming status of DNA barcoding, where India had correctly documented DNA barcodes just 3.97% of the known insect species. Unmanned vehicle/ Drone technology is being utilised for detecting, identifying and managing pests more quickly and effectively to assist farmers and agricultural experts. The CRISPR-Cas system has become a potent tool in genetic engineering because of its ease of use and extraordinary accuracy with low cost. Its use enables the development of genetically modified creatures across a wide range of plants, animals and microbes.

Keywords

CRISPR-Cas system, DNA barcoding, entomology, genetic engineering, RNA interference

Conclusion

This study offers viewpoints on the potential for increasing insect-based detection and control. Encouraging new crucial areas for research could help us to manage harmful pests and also make use of beneficial insects. Not only in the area of agriculture, but entomology can also be used in various other areas like forensic, veterinary, medical etc. Insects are not always pests but can also be used for food, providing livelihood. Encouraging insect-based companies would aid in efforts to conserve biodiversity and promote human well-being.

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Ram Kishor Meena, T. Revanth SRI, Suman Choudhary, Akhter Hussain, S. L. Sharma, Jugal Kishor Bana, Bhawani Singh Meena, Sushila Choudhary, Nisha Choudhary and Ravindra Kumar Meena (2023). New Crucial Areas for Frontier Research in Entomology. Biological Forum – An International Journal, 15(6): 657-662.