Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Silkworm, Bombyx mori, as an alternative model organism in toxicological research.
- Journal:
- Environmental science and pollution research international
- Year:
- 2018
- Authors:
- Abdelli, Nouara et al.
- Affiliation:
- School of Food and Biological Engineering · China
Abstract
Silkworms, Bombyx mori, are a promising model animal in health safety and environmental pollution assessment due to their sensitivity to chemical compounds like pesticides, drugs, and heavy metals, in addition to other features like their low cost and body characteristics and their full genome sequencing. In this review, we summarize the silkworm advantages as a model organism in toxicological research. Graphical abstract ᅟ.
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