Involvement of integument‐rich <i>CYP4G19</i> in hydrocarbon biosynthesis and cuticular penetration resistance in <i>Blattella germanica</i> (L.)

Abstract

Our findings confirm that CYP4G19 is involved in hydrocarbon production and appears to contribute to hydrocarbon-based penetration resistance in B. germanica. This study highlights the lipid-based penetration resistance, advancing our understanding of the molecular mechanism underlying P450-mediated cuticular penetration resistance in insects. © 2019 Society of Chemical Industry.