September 25, 2012

Into the Mind of the Common Fruit Fly




Fly neurons could reveal the root of Alzheimer's disease, says a TAU researcher

Although they're a common nuisance in the home, fruit flies have made great contributions to research in genetics and developmental biology. Now a Tel Aviv University researcher is again turning to this everyday pest to answer crucial questions about how neurons function at a cellular level — which may uncover the secrets of neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's disease.