Mohr, Stephanie Elizabeth
First in Fly
- ISBN 13:
- 9780674971011
- author:
- Mohr, Stephanie Elizabeth
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Harvard University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 270
- Dimensions:
- 23.37 x 16.26 x 2.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Drosophila melanogaster, a tiny insect with a significant impact on scientific research, has been the subject of intense scrutiny for over one hundred years. Its importance as a model organism lies in its short life cycle, ability to reproduce in large numbers, and visible mutant phenotypes.
Investigations into Drosophila have revealed surprising similarities between flies and other animals at the level of genes, gene networks, cell interactions, physiology, immunity, and behaviour. These findings have provided valuable insights into complex biological activities in a simple yet intact living system.
This book celebrates key insights uncovered by researchers using Drosophila as a model organism, introducing fundamental biological concepts gained over the last century and exploring how research in this area has expanded our understanding of human health and disease. Written by a leading expert in the field, it offers a unique perspective on the significance of Drosophila in modern biology.
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