Forager bees ‘turn on’ gene expression to protect against microorganisms, toxins – UC Davis

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Forager bees ‘turn on’ gene expression to protect against microorganisms, toxins- UC Davis

When honeybees shift from nurse bees to foragers, or from caring for the brood to foraging for nectar and pollen, the bees “turn on” gene expression with products that protect against microorganisms and degrade toxins, three University of California …