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Scientists Map Fruit Fly Brain, Breakthrough For Human, Animal Insights

Last updated: October 2, 2024 11:55 pm
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Scientists Map Fruit Fly Brain, Breakthrough For Human, Animal Insights

The researchers identified the full set of cell classes in the fruit fly’s brain.

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Scientists made a groundbreaking discovery by mapping the entire brain of an adult fruit fly, shedding light on brain structures across different species, including humans.

The study revealed more than 50 million connections between over 139,000 neurons in the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, a common subject for neurobiological research. By understanding the brain’s wiring and functions, researchers hope to unlock insights into other species’ brains as well.

“Understanding how any brain functions can offer valuable insights into brain functionality as a whole,” said Sebastian Seung, a neuroscience and computer science professor at Princeton University and one of the study’s leaders.

The research team marveled at the intricate beauty of the fruit fly’s brain, emphasizing its aesthetic appeal despite its small size.

The study produced a detailed connectome, or wiring diagram, of the adult fruit fly’s brain, a more complex task compared to previous studies on simpler organisms. This connectome will aid in unraveling the relationship between brain wiring and animal behavior.

“Flies are an essential model for neuroscientific research, as they exhibit a wide range of behaviors similar to humans, such as learning, memory, and social interactions,” explained Mala Murthy, a neuroscientist at Princeton University and one of the study’s leaders.

The researchers delved into various brain circuits in the fruit fly, uncovering mechanisms behind behaviors like walking, grooming, and visual processing. They also identified different neuron types and chemical connections in the brain, shedding light on information processing and behavior regulation.

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The study, conducted by the FlyWire Consortium, involved a global collaboration of scientists dedicated to understanding the complexities of the fruit fly’s brain.

(This article is generated from a syndicated feed and has not been altered by NDTV staff.)

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