Drosophila Central Nervous System (IMAGE)

University of Michigan

Drosophila Central Nervous System

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Researchers captured 3D images of the regions of the Drosophila central nervous system that are activated in response to noxious stimulation. The posterior medial center (red), which is located between sensory- and motor-related regions of the nervous system, is important for making behavioral decisions.

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Yujia Hu, U-M Life Sciences Institute

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