Diversity of RNAi efficiency-related nuclease in lepidopteran insects

Key Points

• RNAi efficiency varies significantly across different lepidopteran insects due to variations in nucleases.
• The study identifies several nucleases that affect the RNA interference mechanism, particularly in specific species.
• Analysis of genetic samples from diverse lepidopteran species reveals substantial differences in nuclease activity.
• Insights from this work may improve understanding of genetic regulation and pest control strategies.