Abstract

The abstract summarizes the investigation into the expression profile of bio-defense genes in the gills of Penaeus monodon (black tiger shrimp) following vaccination with formalin-inactivated white spot syndrome virus (WSSV) vaccine. The study explores the molecular responses within the gill tissue, a critical immune organ in crustaceans, to elucidate the host's immune defense mechanisms activated by the vaccine. Through transcriptomic analysis, the research aims to identify and characterize the specific genes involved in the shrimp's defense against WSSV infection. The findings contribute valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying the immune response to vaccination in Penaeus monodon, enhancing our understanding of the protective effects conferred by the formalininactivated WSSV vaccine in shrimp aquaculture.