Role of microRNAs in arbovirus/vector interactions

Viruses. 2014 Sep 23;6(9):3514-34. doi: 10.3390/v6093514.

Abstract

The role of microRNAs (miRNAs) as small non-coding RNAs in regulation of gene expression has been recognized. They appear to be involved in regulation of a wide range of cellular pathways that affect several biological processes such as development, the immune system, survival, metabolism and host-pathogen interactions. Arthropod-borne viruses impose great economic and health risks around the world. Recent advances in miRNA biology have shed some light on the role of these small RNAs in vector-virus interactions. In this review, I will reflect on our current knowledge on the role of miRNAs in arbovirus-vector interactions and the potential avenues for their utilization in limiting virus replication and/or transmission.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Arboviruses / physiology*
  • Culicidae / physiology
  • Culicidae / virology
  • Disease Vectors*
  • Host-Pathogen Interactions*
  • Humans
  • MicroRNAs / genetics*
  • MicroRNAs / metabolism
  • RNA Interference
  • RNA, Messenger / genetics
  • RNA, Messenger / metabolism
  • RNA, Viral / genetics
  • RNA, Viral / metabolism
  • Virus Replication

Substances

  • MicroRNAs
  • RNA, Messenger
  • RNA, Viral