Insect Molecular Biology and Ecology

function of macromolecular compounds such as proteins and nucleic acids, but to analyze also the structure and capacity of low molecular weight substances like signal molecules, toxins or drugs.This Master program inspired me to edit the present book on Insect Molecular Biology and Ecology.The book provides a mix of topical review articles and current research work.In several chapters previously unpublished data are presented showing novel applications for the use of omics technologies in the postgenomic era.The book should prove useful not only to researchers of the Insecta, but also to teachers and graduate students who are interested in understanding the molecular basis of insect functioning in their natural environment.I acknowledge the support received from the authors who