ISSN:
1476-4687
Source:
Nature Archives 1869 - 2009
Topics:
Biology
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Chemistry and Pharmacology
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Medicine
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Natural Sciences in General
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Physics
Notes:
[Auszug] Classical studies3'4 have shown that moulting in fifth instar Rhodnius is initiated at feeding by the release of a neurosecretory 'brain hormone' which is necessary for 6-8 d after feeding if the moulting process is to proceed to ecdysis. After this 'critical period' the continued release of 'brain ...
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/253267a0