Elisa Broggio

Dr. Elisa Broggio


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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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24 October 2025 in Insects
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Maristella MastoreMaristella Mastore
Maristella Mastore
EBElisa Broggio
Elisa Broggio
DBDavide Banfi
Davide Banfi
RMRicardo A. R. Machado
Ricardo A. R. Machado
ABAashaq Hussain Bhat
Aashaq Hussain Bhat
Maurizio Francesco BrivioMaurizio Francesco Brivio
Maurizio Francesco Brivio
The increase in the world population and consequent rise in food demand have led to the extensive use of chemical pesticides, causing environmental and health concerns. In response, biological control methods, particularly those involving microbial agents, have emerged as sustainable alternatives within integrated pest management. This study highlights the potential of Lysinibacillus fusiformis as a biocontrol agent against the dipteran Drosophila suzukii (Matsumura) (Diptera: Drosophilidae), a pest responsible for damaging soft-skinned fruits. Experimental treatments using vegetative cells, spores, and secondary metabolites of L. fusiformis on D. suzukii larvae demonstrated significant larvicidal effects, accompanied by observable changes in gut morphology under microscopy. Moreover, preliminary immunological assays showed the interference of this bacterium with the host immune system. All the results indicate the suitability of L. fusiformis for its possible integration into sustainable agricultural practices, although additional research is required to understand its applicability in the field.