Biochemical Features of the Cry3A Toxin of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. tenebrionis and Its Toxicity to the Red Imported Fire Ant Solenopsis invicta

Bioinsecticides based on the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) are widely used as safe alternatives to chemical insecticides.The insecticidal activity of Bt is occasioned by a protein toxin contained in parasporal crystals (Cry proteins) that are synthesized and laid down alongside the endospore during sporulation.The specificity of toxin actio

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USE OF AUTHENTIC FILMS WITH SUBTITLES IN THE PROCESS OF LEARNING NEW VOCABULARY IN HIGHER EDUCATION SECTOR (AS BASED ON THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE MATERIAL)

Background.Watching movies with subtitles is a significant tool when learning English, as it is as close as possible to the language reality.The video contains visual images and the necessary audio material, which makes the process of memorizing new vocabulary effective and easy.This work is aimed at identifying the features of using authentic film

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Histological biomarkers and biometric data on trahira Hoplias malabaricus (Pisces, Characiformes, Erythrinidae): a bioindicator species in the Mearim river, Brazilian Amazon

Abstract The objective of this study was to evaluate the levels of environmental contamination in a protected area in the Brazilian Amazon.Hepatitis B virus induces IL-23 production in antigen presenting cells and causes liver damage via the IL-23/IL-17 axis..For this, two areas were chosen along the Mearim River: the reference area (A1) and the po

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