Physiological Systems in Insects
- 4th Edition - September 24, 2022
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Authors: Marc J. Klowden, Subba Palli
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 0 3 5 9 - 0
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 0 3 6 4 - 4
Physiological Systems in Insects, Fourth Edition explores why insects have become the dominant animals on the planet. Sections describe the historical investigations that have led… Read more
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Request a sales quotePhysiological Systems in Insects, Fourth Edition explores why insects have become the dominant animals on the planet. Sections describe the historical investigations that have led us to our current understanding of insect systems. Integrated within a basic physiological framework are modern molecular approaches that provide a glimpse of the genetic and evolutionary frameworks that testify to the unity of life on earth. This updated edition describes advances that have occurred in our understanding of hormone action, metamorphosis, and reproduction, along with new sections on the role of microbiomes, insecticide action and its metabolism, and a chapter on genetics, genomics and epigenetic systems.
The book represents a collaborative effort by two internationally known insect physiologists who have instructed graduate courses in insect physiology. As such, it is the ideal resource for entomologists and those in other fields who may require knowledge of insect systems.
- Presents updated information on key physiological principles
- Covers detailed and instructive figures for visual enhancement
- Provides flowing text without the interruption of citations
- Includes evolutionary considerations throughout, also providing a discussion on the implications of molecular techniques and discoveries
- Encourages further reading with a complete bibliography at end of each chapter
Upper level undergraduate students, graduate students, postdocs, researchers, professors with an interest in or working on entomology, physiology and plant protection. Primarily entomologists - senior undergraduates and graduate students. Entomology faculty also widely use this book as a reference. Life sciences faculty also use this book as a reference. College and graduate student level textbook. Researchers in the field of the study
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Preface to the Fourth Edition
- References of interest
- Chapter 1: Signaling systems
- Abstract
- Paracrine signaling
- Endocrine signaling
- Types of hormone release sites in insects
- Early experiments that set the stage for our current understanding
- Type of hormones in insects
- Prothoracicotropic hormone
- Ecdysteroids
- The juvenile hormones
- Other neuropeptides found in insects
- Vertebrate-type hormones in insects
- References of interest
- Chapter 2: Integumentary systems
- Abstract
- Insect growth and development
- Instars, stadia, and hidden phases
- Structure of the integument
- Modified features of the integument
- Chemistry of the cuticle
- The molting process
- Eclosion behavior and its regulation
- Sclerotization
- Endocrine control of molting and metamorphosis
- Signaling in cell and tissue growth
- Metamorphosis and the radically changing cuticle
- References of interest
- Chapter 3: Developmental systems
- Abstract
- Morphogens and developmental patterns
- Insect eggs
- Embryonic development
- References of interest
- Chapter 4: Reproductive systems
- Abstract
- Female reproductive systems
- Vitellogenesis
- Ovulation, fertilization, and oviposition
- Male reproductive systems
- Unconventional methods of insect reproduction
- Mating systems
- References of interest
- Chapter 5: Behavioral systems
- Abstract
- Ways of looking at behavior
- Genetic basis of insect behavior
- Hormonal regulation of behavior
- Physiology of learning and memory
- Physiology of circadian rhythms
- Physiology of polyphenisms
- Physiology of temporal polyethisms
- Physiology of behaviors accompanying metamorphosis
- Physiology of eclosion behaviors
- Behavioral modulation by parasites
- References of interest
- Chapter 6: Metabolic systems
- Abstract
- The insect alimentary tract
- Metabolic processes in insects
- Metabolism of carbohydrates
- Metabolism of proteins
- Metabolism of lipids
- Diapause as a metabolic process
- References of interest
- Chapter 7: Circulatory systems
- Abstract
- Structure of the insect circulatory system
- Immune mechanisms in insects
- The circulatory system and temperature variations
- References of interest
- Chapter 8: Excretory systems
- Abstract
- Major excretory products in insects
- Excretory organs
- Mechanism of Malpighian tubule secretion
- Hindgut and rectum
- Cryptonephridial system
- Filter chamber
- Hormonal control of excretion and osmoregulation
- Storage excretion
- Other functions of the Malpighian tubules
- References of interest
- Chapter 9: Respiratory systems
- Abstract
- Supplying cells with oxygen
- The tracheal system
- Modifications that increase oxygen uptake
- Nonrespiratory functions of tracheal systems
- Discontinuous gas exchange
- Aquatic respiration
- References of interest
- Chapter 10: Locomotor systems
- Abstract
- Basic structure of insect muscles
- Actin, myosin, and muscle activation
- Types of skeletal muscles
- Basic structure of the insect wing
- Muscles involved in wing movements
- Wing movements during flight
- Wing coupling and control mechanisms
- Flight muscle metabolism
- Terrestrial locomotion
- References of interest
- Chapter 11: Nervous systems
- Abstract
- The nervous system as a key to the evolution of arthropods
- Basic components of the insect nervous system
- Maintenance of electrical potential and nervous transmission
- Structure of the nervous system
- Sensing the environment
- Mechanoreceptors
- Compound eyes
- Superposition eyes and adaptations for dim light
- Visual pigments
- Perception of polarized light
- Insecticides targeting the nervous system
- References of interest
- Chapter 12: Communication systems
- Abstract
- Visual communication
- Acoustical communication
- Tactile communication
- Chemical communication
- The multicomponent nature of bee communication
- References of interest
- Chapter 13: Genetics, genomics, and epigenetics
- Abstract
- Genetics
- Genomics
- Epigenetics
- References of interest
- Glossary
- Index
- Edition: 4
- Published: September 24, 2022
- Imprint: Academic Press
- No. of pages: 726
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN: 9780128203590
- eBook ISBN: 9780128203644
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Marc J. Klowden
Marc Klowden is a Professor Emeritus of Entomology in the Department of Plant, Soil, and Entomological Sciences at the University of Idaho. He has been with the university as a professor since 1988. He received his Ph.D. in Biological and Experimental Pathology from the University of Illinois Chicago. Dr. Klowden has authored all editions to-date of Physiological Systems in Insects, published by Elsevier, and has contributed to nearly 100 journal publications. His areas of expertise include entomology, insect physiology, mosquito behavior and reproduction. Dr. Klowden currently serves as the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Vector Ecology.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor Emeritus of Entomology, University of Idaho, Moscow ID, USASP
Subba Palli
Subba Reddy Palli is a Professor, Department Chair, and State Entomologist in the Department of Entomology at the University of Kentucky. He has contributed to numerous journal publications in entomology, and he has participated in nearly 30 patents for technologies in insect and plant gene expressions. Dr. Palli serves on the editorial boards for such publications as the Journal of Insect Physiology, Annual Review of Entomology, Biopesticides International, and Insect Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Department Chair, and State Entomologist, Department of Entomology, University of Kentucky, USARead Physiological Systems in Insects on ScienceDirect