RNA modifications in insects

Yaoyu Jiao; Yaoyu Jiao; Subba Reddy Palli

doi:10.3389/finsc.2024.1448766

Frontiers in Insect Science (Aug 2024)

RNA modifications in insects

Yaoyu Jiao,
Yaoyu Jiao,
Subba Reddy Palli

Affiliations

Yaoyu Jiao: Department of Entomology, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, United States
Yaoyu Jiao: Department of Genetics, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, United States
Subba Reddy Palli: Department of Entomology, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, United States

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3389/finsc.2024.1448766
Journal volume & issue: Vol. 4

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More than 100 RNA chemical modifications to cellular RNA have been identified. N6-methyladenosine (m6A) is the most prevalent modification of mRNA. RNA modifications have recently attracted significant attention due to their critical role in regulating mRNA processing and metabolism. tRNA and rRNA rank among the most heavily modified RNAs, and their modifications are essential for maintaining their structure and function. With our advanced understanding of RNA modifications, increasing evidence suggests RNA modifications are important in regulating various aspects of insect life. In this review, we will summarize recent studies investigating the impact of RNA modifications in insects, particularly highlighting the role of m6A in insect development, reproduction, and adaptation to the environment.

Published in Frontiers in Insect Science

ISSN: 2673-8600 (Online)
Publisher: Frontiers Media S.A.
Country of publisher: Switzerland
LCC subjects: Science: Biology (General)
Website: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/insect-science

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