# Superior target genes and pathways for <scp>RNAi</scp>‐mediated pest control revealed by genome‐wide analysis in the beetle <scp><i>Tribolium castaneum</i></scp>

*PRI Rank #13 · Topics and Trends in Most Cited Insect Resistance and Genetics Papers, Class of 2026*

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Rank | #13 |
| 18m citations | 25 |
| Journal | Pest Management Science |
| Year | 2024 |
| DOI | 10.1002/ps.8505 |
| Corresponding authors | Sven Geibel, Gregor Bucher |
| Institution | Bayer AG, Germany |

**Ranking page:** [Topics and Trends in Most Cited Insect Resistance and Genetics Papers, Class of 2026](https://pri.pepkio.com/top-papers/insect-resistance-and-genetics/2026)

**Paper link:** [10.1002/ps.8505](https://doi.org/10.1002/ps.8505)

## Topics

RNAi-based pest control · Tribolium castaneum · genome-wide RNAi screen · Double-stranded RNA · oral RNAi delivery · essential gene targeting · gene expression processes · protein homeostasis · beetle pest control · RNAi target gene validation · cross-species RNAi efficacy · Gene Ontology analysis · KEGG pathway analysis · insecticide resistance · spray-induced gene silencing · plant-mediated RNAi · target gene transferability · basic cellular processes · Mode of action

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