southern US sorghum production often has damage occur from the sorghum headworm complex that consist of two larval pests that included: the corn earworm, Helicoverpa zea, and the fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (Teetes et al. 2000). In parts of the Southern United States, the fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith), often can be observed infesting grain sorghum that was planted later than normal. The infestations occur during the vegetative stages of development (Gardner et. al 1983)
Literature review Overview of Published Work Insects encounter diverse foreign materials (i.e. xenobiotics) at different stages of their lifecycle. Xenobiotics which are usually lipophilic could be of plant origin (allelochemicals) or from insecticides and can cause toxic effects. In order to cope with the challenge posed by these toxic chemicals in its body, insects have developed different detoxification mechanisms which are categorized into two phases based on the kinds of reactions that occur
INTRODUCTION The Egyptian cotton leaf worm, Spodoptera littoralis Bosid, (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) is a polyphagous, foliage feeding insect and considered as one of the most serious pests of many different Egyptian crops (Magd El- Din & El-Gengaihi, 2000). It is an important pest of cotton in Africa, Middle East and Southern Europe (Hosny et al., 1986). Therefore, one single larva is able to destroy 66 cm2 of cotton leaves (Scarpellini, 2001). Also, it is widely distributed in the Mediterranean
Research Experience I have proactively engaged in research activity throughout my undergraduate program. I had my first research experience in Dr. B Anand’s lab, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati, during my second year. The aim of the project was to study the non-fluorescent beta-barrel structured proteins and engineer its amino acid sequence to make them into fluorescent ones. Our approach was mainly based upon the studies of Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) from a jellyfish Aequorea
folate, water and vitamin C and also contains beneficial phytochemicals which reportedly slow down the growth of cancer cells (FAO, 2012). The major pests and diseases of cauliflower are diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella L.), tobacco caterpillar (Spodoptera litura), leaf webber (Crocidolomia binotalis), stem borer (Hellula undalis), aphid, (Brevicornea brassicae), mustard aphid, (Lipaphis erisimi), painted bugs, powdery mildew and downey
Statement of Purpose Having pursued relevant projects, courses and considering my inherent ability, I find myself interested in life sciences and more specifically in Microbiology. I believe that pursuing Masters in Microbial Biotechnology at North Carolina State University will help me widen my knowledge, hone my technical and managerial skills and provide me an opportunity to be a part of the cutting edge research in the field and contribute to its growth in Industry. Consistently a top student