A Conserved Planthopper MATH-BTB Protein Regulates Fecundity in <i>Nilaparvata legens</i> Stal.

ABSTRACT: The meprin and TRAF-C homology (MATH) family of proteins plays essential roles in diverse biological processes across eukaryotes. Fecundity is a key determinant underlying the rapid outbreaks of agricultural insect pests. Nevertheless, the potential involvement of MATH proteins in the regulation of fecundity in agriculturally important insects, particularly planthoppers, remains largely uncharacterized. This study identified key members of the MATH protein family that are conserved in planthoppers and involved in the regulation of insect fecundity. A total of 121 identified MATH proteins from 31 insect species were classified into five distinct clades based on protein structures, predominantly represented by the MATH-BTB, MATH-USP7, and MATH-Zf-Box subtypes, which are largely conserved acr

SUBMITTER: Dai Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12785250 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature