Dr Kayvan Etebari
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Kayvan Etebari

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Background

I am an entomologist with a research interest focused on studying host-pathogen interactions and discovering insect-specific viruses. I have investigated gene expression and the role of small non-coding RNAs in various host-pathogen models, particularly in crucial agricultural pests and medically significant vectors like the Aedes aegypti, responsible for transmitting dengue and Zika viruses. My previous project, aimed at exploring the function of Oryctes rhinoceros nudivirus in the biological control of the coconut rhinoceros beetle in the Pacific Islands, has substantially enhanced our comprehension of this invasive pest within the framework of an offshore biosecurity strategy. By establishing industry partnerships and securing funding to improve the Australian sugar industry, one of Australia's largest agricultural sectors, I have been able to focus on entomopathogenic viruses that affect root-feeding pests in sugarcane.

Availability

Dr Kayvan Etebari is:
Available for supervision

Fields of research

Agricultural, Veterinary and Food Sciences Biological Sciences Biosecurity science and invasive species ecology Crop and pasture production Crop and pasture protection (incl. pests, diseases and weeds) Ecological applications Environmental Sciences Horticultural crop protection (incl. pests, diseases and weeds) Horticultural production Microbiology Virology

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland

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67 works between 2004 and 2025
All (67) Journal Article (59) Book Chapter (1) Conference Publication (1) Other Outputs (6)

41 - 60 of 67 works

2017

Journal Article

Infections of virulent and avirulent viruses differentially influenced the expression of dicer-1, ago-1, and microRNAs in Bombus terrestris

Niu, Jinzhi, Meeus, Ivan, DeConinck, Dieter IM, Deforce, Dieter, Etebari, Kayvan, Asgari, Sassan and Smagghe, Guy (2017). Infections of virulent and avirulent viruses differentially influenced the expression of dicer-1, ago-1, and microRNAs in Bombus terrestris. Scientific Reports, 7 (1) 45620, 45620.1-45620.11. doi: 10.1038/srep45620

Infections of virulent and avirulent viruses differentially influenced the expression of dicer-1, ago-1, and microRNAs in Bombus terrestris

2016

Journal Article

Wolbachia suppresses cell fusing agent virus in mosquito cells

Zhang, Guagmei, Etebari, Kayvan and Asgari, Sassan (2016). Wolbachia suppresses cell fusing agent virus in mosquito cells. Journal of General Virology, 97 (12) 000653, 3427-3432. doi: 10.1099/jgv.0.000653

Wolbachia suppresses cell fusing agent virus in mosquito cells

2016

Journal Article

Revised annotation of Plutella xylostella microRNAs and their genome-wide target identification

Etebari, K. and Asgari, S. (2016). Revised annotation of Plutella xylostella microRNAs and their genome-wide target identification. Insect Molecular Biology, 25 (6), 788-799. doi: 10.1111/imb.12263

Revised annotation of Plutella xylostella microRNAs and their genome-wide target identification

2016

Journal Article

Identification of Aedes aegypti long intergenic non-coding RNAs and their association with Wolbachia and Dengue virus infection

Etebari, Kayvan, Asad, Sultan, Zhang, Guangmei and Asgari, Sassan (2016). Identification of Aedes aegypti long intergenic non-coding RNAs and their association with Wolbachia and Dengue virus infection. PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 10 (10) e0005069, e0005069. doi: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0005069

Identification of Aedes aegypti long intergenic non-coding RNAs and their association with Wolbachia and Dengue virus infection

2016

Book Chapter

Functions of small RNAs in mosquitoes

Hussain, M., Etebari, K. and Asgari, S. (2016). Functions of small RNAs in mosquitoes. Progress in Mosquito Research. (pp. 189-222) edited by Alexander S. Raikhel. London, United Kingdom: Academic Press. doi: 10.1016/bs.aiip.2016.04.001

Functions of small RNAs in mosquitoes

2015

Journal Article

Dengue virus infection alters posttranscriptional modification of microRNAs in the mosquito vector Aedes aegypti

Etebari, Kayvan, Osei-Amo, Solomon, Blomberg, Simon Phillip and Asgari, Sassan (2015). Dengue virus infection alters posttranscriptional modification of microRNAs in the mosquito vector Aedes aegypti. Scientific Reports, 5 (1) 15968, 15968.1-15968.14. doi: 10.1038/srep15968

Dengue virus infection alters posttranscriptional modification of microRNAs in the mosquito vector Aedes aegypti

2015

Journal Article

Genome wide discovery of long intergenic non-coding RNAs in Diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella) and their expression in insecticide resistant strains

Etebari, Kayvan, Furlong, Michael J. and Asgari, Sassan (2015). Genome wide discovery of long intergenic non-coding RNAs in Diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella) and their expression in insecticide resistant strains. Scientific Reports, 5 (14642) 14642, 14642. doi: 10.1038/srep14642

Genome wide discovery of long intergenic non-coding RNAs in Diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella) and their expression in insecticide resistant strains

2014

Journal Article

Wolbachia infection modifies the profile, shuttling and structure of MicroRNAs in a mosquito cell line

Mayoral, Jamie G., Etebari, Kayvan, Hussain, Mazhar, Khromykh, Alexander A. and Asgari, Sassan (2014). Wolbachia infection modifies the profile, shuttling and structure of MicroRNAs in a mosquito cell line. PLoS One, 9 (4) e96107, e96107. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0096107

Wolbachia infection modifies the profile, shuttling and structure of MicroRNAs in a mosquito cell line

2014

Journal Article

Accuracy of microRNA discovery pipelines in non-model organisms using closely related species genomes

Etebari, Kayvan and Asgari, Sassan (2014). Accuracy of microRNA discovery pipelines in non-model organisms using closely related species genomes. PloS One, 9 (1) e84747, 1-10. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0084747

Accuracy of microRNA discovery pipelines in non-model organisms using closely related species genomes

2013

Journal Article

Conserved microRNA miR-8 blocks activation of the Toll pathway by upregulating Serpin 27 transcripts

Etebari, Kayvan and Asgari, Sassan (2013). Conserved microRNA miR-8 blocks activation of the Toll pathway by upregulating Serpin 27 transcripts. RNA Biology, 10 (8), 1356-1364. doi: 10.4161/rna.25481

Conserved microRNA miR-8 blocks activation of the Toll pathway by upregulating Serpin 27 transcripts

2013

Journal Article

Identification of microRNAs from Plutella xylostella larvae associated with parasitization by Diadegma semiclausum

Etebari, Kayvan, Hussain, Mazhar and Asgari, Sassan (2013). Identification of microRNAs from Plutella xylostella larvae associated with parasitization by Diadegma semiclausum. Insect Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 43 (4), 309-318. doi: 10.1016/j.ibmb.2013.01.004

Identification of microRNAs from Plutella xylostella larvae associated with parasitization by Diadegma semiclausum

2013

Other Outputs

The impact of parasitism on the host transcriptome and microRNA profile in Diadegma semiclausum - Plutella xylostella system

Etebari Jirsaraei, Kayvan (2013). The impact of parasitism on the host transcriptome and microRNA profile in Diadegma semiclausum - Plutella xylostella system. PhD Thesis, School of Biological Sciences, The University of Queensland.

The impact of parasitism on the host transcriptome and microRNA profile in Diadegma semiclausum - Plutella xylostella system

2012

Journal Article

Suppression of scavenger receptors transcription by parasitoid factors

Etebari, Kayvan, Hussain, Mazhar and Asgari, Sassan (2012). Suppression of scavenger receptors transcription by parasitoid factors. Developmental and Comparative Immunology, 38 (4), 517-524. doi: 10.1016/j.dci.2012.08.006

Suppression of scavenger receptors transcription by parasitoid factors

2011

Journal Article

Deep sequencing-based transcriptome analysis of Plutella xylostella larvae parasitized by Diadegma semiclausum

Etebari, Kayvan, Palfreyman, Robin W., Schlipalius, David, Nielsen, Lars K., Glatz, Richard V. and Asgari, Sassan (2011). Deep sequencing-based transcriptome analysis of Plutella xylostella larvae parasitized by Diadegma semiclausum. BMC Genomics, 12 (1) 446, 446.1-446.18. doi: 10.1186/1471-2164-12-446

Deep sequencing-based transcriptome analysis of Plutella xylostella larvae parasitized by Diadegma semiclausum

2009

Journal Article

Diazinon resistance in different selected strains of Chilo suppressalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) in northern Iran

Zibaee, Arash, Jalali Sendi, Jalal, Ghadamyari, Mohammad, Alinia, Faramarz and Etebari, Kayvan (2009). Diazinon resistance in different selected strains of Chilo suppressalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) in northern Iran. Journal of Economic Entomology, 102 (3), 1189-1196. doi: 10.1603/029.102.0343

Diazinon resistance in different selected strains of Chilo suppressalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) in northern Iran

2008

Journal Article

Host preference and nutrition efficiency of the gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar L. (Lymantriidae: Lepidoptera), on different poplar clones

Daryaei, Mehrdad Ghodskhahe, Darvishi, Simin, Etebari, Kayvan and Salehi, Mansor (2008). Host preference and nutrition efficiency of the gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar L. (Lymantriidae: Lepidoptera), on different poplar clones. Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry, 32 (6), 469-477. doi: 10.3906/tar-0712-23

Host preference and nutrition efficiency of the gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar L. (Lymantriidae: Lepidoptera), on different poplar clones

2008

Journal Article

The effects of BmNPV on biochemical changes in primary cultures of Bombyx mori embryonic tissue

Matindoost, Leila, Jalali Sendi, Jalal, Soleimanjahi, Hoorieh, Etebari, Kayvan and Rahbarizadeh, Fateme (2008). The effects of BmNPV on biochemical changes in primary cultures of Bombyx mori embryonic tissue. In Vitro Cellular and Developmental Biology - Animal, 44 (3-4), 121-127. doi: 10.1007/s11626-008-9083-3

The effects of BmNPV on biochemical changes in primary cultures of Bombyx mori embryonic tissue

2008

Journal Article

Effects of Artemisia annua L. (Asteracea) on nutritional physiology and enzyme activities of elm leaf beetle, Xanthogaleruca luteola Mull. (Coleoptera: Chrysomellidae)

Shekari, Maryam, Jalali Sendi, Jalal, Etebari, Kayvan, Zibaee, Arash and Shadparvar, Abdolahad (2008). Effects of Artemisia annua L. (Asteracea) on nutritional physiology and enzyme activities of elm leaf beetle, Xanthogaleruca luteola Mull. (Coleoptera: Chrysomellidae). Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology, 91 (1), 66-74. doi: 10.1016/j.pestbp.2008.01.003

Effects of Artemisia annua L. (Asteracea) on nutritional physiology and enzyme activities of elm leaf beetle, Xanthogaleruca luteola Mull. (Coleoptera: Chrysomellidae)

2007

Journal Article

Physiological changes of silkworm (Bombyx mori L.) larvae fed on mulberry leaves supplemented with nitrogenous compounds

Etebari, Kayvan, Ebadi, Rahim and Matindoost, Leila (2007). Physiological changes of silkworm (Bombyx mori L.) larvae fed on mulberry leaves supplemented with nitrogenous compounds. Journal of the Entomological Research Society, 9 (2), 1-15.

Physiological changes of silkworm (Bombyx mori L.) larvae fed on mulberry leaves supplemented with nitrogenous compounds

2007

Journal Article

Biochemical changes in haemolymph of silkworm larvae due to pyriproxyfen residue

Etebari, K., Bizhannia, A. R., Sorati, R. and Matindoost, L. (2007). Biochemical changes in haemolymph of silkworm larvae due to pyriproxyfen residue. Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology, 88 (1), 14-19. doi: 10.1016/j.pestbp.2006.08.005

Biochemical changes in haemolymph of silkworm larvae due to pyriproxyfen residue

Current funding

  • 2024 - 2026
    Global Insights into Pest and Disease Management in Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
    Agrifutures Australia
    Open grant
  • 2023 - 2027
    Viruses to aid biological control of major root-feeding pests of sugarcane
    Sugar Research Australia Limited
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2022 - 2023
    Towards more sustainable pest control strategies through a metagenomic survey of viral entomopathogens in canegrubs populations
    Sugar Research Australia Sugar Industry Research Awards
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2021
    Insect host-pathogens interaction and identification of novel insect-specific viruses in Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle in the Pacific Islands
    UQ Early Career Researcher
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2017
    Manipulation of regulatory microRNAs to supress insecticide resistance in the diamondback moth
    Horticulture Australia Limited
    Open grant

Availability

Dr Kayvan Etebari is:
Available for supervision

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Available projects

  • Enhancing Insect Surveillance; Vector-Enabled Metagenomic Survey of Plant Viruses

    We are developing a vector-enabled metagenomics survey to investigate the diversity of plant viruses and identify any novel viruses posing a biosecurity risk to the Australian agricultural sector. Additionally, we aim to explore the biodiversity of insect-specific and entomopathogenic viruses through these surveys. The project involves collecting highly mobile insects with greater diversity and geographical distribution to enhance our understanding of plant viral prevalence and distribution across the region. Drones are being used as a sampling tool due to their advantages over traditional methods, such as nets and traps. Drones can access remote areas that are difficult to reach on foot, and they can sample large areas of land quickly and efficiently.

    Skills in molecular biology for RNA and DNA extraction, bioinformatics for analysing next-generation sequencing data, and entomology are essential for this project. It is open for short-term research students, honors students, and PhD candidates. PhD applicants should apply for UQ scholarships to commence their study.

  • Exploring entomopathogenic viruses for biological control of insect pests

    Australia's $1.7 billion sugar industry faces a significant threat from severe root-feeding pests, such as canegrubs and soldier flies. The absence of effective control strategies for soldier flies, and the industry's heavy dependence on insecticides for canegrub control has led to detrimental impacts on both the industry and the broader environment, and it is not sustainable. The primary objective of this industry-funded project is to discover and characterize novel entomopathogenic viruses, with the ultimate aim of developing innovative tools for the efficient, and sustainable long-term biological management of these two primary pests.

    The successful candidate will receive a PhD scholarship and work alongside the project team to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the efficacy of recently identified insect-pathogenic viruses against these pests. Utilizing metagenomics, the student will identify novel entomopathogenic viruses within target pest populations, evaluate their prevalence and determine their pathogenicity against soldier fly and canegrub as appropriate. The research will enhance our understanding of the interactions between these viruses and their hosts and has the potential lead to the identification of new biological control agents.

  • Exploring entomopathogenic viruses for biological control of insect pests

    Australia's $1.7 billion sugar industry faces a significant threat from severe root-feeding pests, such as canegrubs and soldier flies. The absence of effective control strategies for soldier flies, and the industry's heavy dependence on insecticides for canegrub control has led to detrimental impacts on both the industry and the broader environment, and it is not sustainable. The primary objective of this industry-funded project is to discover and characterize novel entomopathogenic viruses, with the ultimate aim of developing innovative tools for the efficient, and sustainable long-term biological management of these two primary pests.

    The successful candidate will receive a PhD scholarship and work alongside the project team to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the efficacy of recently identified insect-pathogenic viruses against these pests. Utilizing metagenomics, the student will identify novel entomopathogenic viruses within target pest populations, evaluate their prevalence and determine their pathogenicity against soldier fly and canegrub as appropriate. The research will enhance our understanding of the interactions between these viruses and their hosts and has the potential lead to the identification of new biological control agents.

  • Enhancing Insect Surveillance; Vector-Enabled Metagenomic Survey of Plant Viruses

    We are developing a vector-enabled metagenomics survey to investigate the diversity of plant viruses and identify any novel viruses posing a biosecurity risk to the Australian agricultural sector. Additionally, we aim to explore the biodiversity of insect-specific and entomopathogenic viruses through these surveys. The project involves collecting highly mobile insects with greater diversity and geographical distribution to enhance our understanding of plant viral prevalence and distribution across the region. Drones are being used as a sampling tool due to their advantages over traditional methods, such as nets and traps. Drones can access remote areas that are difficult to reach on foot, and they can sample large areas of land quickly and efficiently.

    Skills in molecular biology for RNA and DNA extraction, bioinformatics for analysing next-generation sequencing data, and entomology are essential for this project. It is open for short-term research students, honors students, and PhD candidates. PhD applicants should apply for UQ scholarships to commence their study.

  • Exploring entomopathogenic viruses for biological control of insect pests

    Australia's $1.7 billion sugar industry faces a significant threat from severe root-feeding pests, such as canegrubs and soldier flies. The absence of effective control strategies for soldier flies, and the industry's heavy dependence on insecticides for canegrub control has led to detrimental impacts on both the industry and the broader environment, and it is not sustainable. The primary objective of this industry-funded project is to discover and characterize novel entomopathogenic viruses, with the ultimate aim of developing innovative tools for the efficient, and sustainable long-term biological management of these two primary pests.

    The successful candidate will receive a PhD scholarship and work alongside the project team to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the efficacy of recently identified insect-pathogenic viruses against these pests. Utilizing metagenomics, the student will identify novel entomopathogenic viruses within target pest populations, evaluate their prevalence and determine their pathogenicity against soldier fly and canegrub as appropriate. The research will enhance our understanding of the interactions between these viruses and their hosts and has the potential lead to the identification of new biological control agents.

  • Enhancing Insect Surveillance; Vector-Enabled Metagenomic Survey of Plant Viruses

    We are developing a vector-enabled metagenomics survey to investigate the diversity of plant viruses and identify any novel viruses posing a biosecurity risk to the Australian agricultural sector. Additionally, we aim to explore the biodiversity of insect-specific and entomopathogenic viruses through these surveys. The project involves collecting highly mobile insects with greater diversity and geographical distribution to enhance our understanding of plant viral prevalence and distribution across the region. Drones are being used as a sampling tool due to their advantages over traditional methods, such as nets and traps. Drones can access remote areas that are difficult to reach on foot, and they can sample large areas of land quickly and efficiently.

    Skills in molecular biology for RNA and DNA extraction, bioinformatics for analysing next-generation sequencing data, and entomology are essential for this project. It is open for short-term research students, honors students, and PhD candidates. PhD applicants should apply for UQ scholarships to commence their study.

  • Exploring entomopathogenic viruses for biological control of insect pests

    Australia's $1.7 billion sugar industry faces a significant threat from severe root-feeding pests, such as canegrubs and soldier flies. The absence of effective control strategies for soldier flies, and the industry's heavy dependence on insecticides for canegrub control has led to detrimental impacts on both the industry and the broader environment, and it is not sustainable. The primary objective of this industry-funded project is to discover and characterize novel entomopathogenic viruses, with the ultimate aim of developing innovative tools for the efficient, and sustainable long-term biological management of these two primary pests.

    The successful candidate will receive a PhD scholarship and work alongside the project team to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the efficacy of recently identified insect-pathogenic viruses against these pests. Utilising metagenomics, the student will identify novel entomopathogenic viruses within target pest populations, evaluate their prevalence and determine their pathogenicity against soldier fly and canegrub as appropriate. The research will enhance our understanding of the interactions between these viruses and their hosts and has the potential lead to the identification of new biological control agents.

  • Enhancing Insect Surveillance; Vector-Enabled Metagenomic Survey of Plant Viruses

    We are developing a vector-enabled metagenomics survey to investigate the diversity of plant viruses and identify any novel viruses posing a biosecurity risk to the Australian agricultural sector. Additionally, we aim to explore the biodiversity of insect-specific and entomopathogenic viruses through these surveys. The project involves collecting highly mobile insects with greater diversity and geographical distribution to enhance our understanding of plant viral prevalence and distribution across the region. Drones are being used as a sampling tool due to their advantages over traditional methods, such as nets and traps. Drones can access remote areas that are difficult to reach on foot, and they can sample large areas of land quickly and efficiently.

    Skills in molecular biology for RNA and DNA extraction, bioinformatics for analysing next-generation sequencing data, and entomology are essential for this project. It is open for short-term research students, honors students, and PhD candidates. PhD applicants should apply for UQ scholarships to commence their study.

Supervision history

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