Scientists decode genes of the house fly
Understanding the fly genome could help us improve human health and the environment
New method to study insect muscles developed
Micro-level computed tomography (microCT) scanning can help scientists understand how human muscles function
Fruit flies develop specific defences against common bacteria; may explain human susceptibility to infections
Bacteria in their food and environment mould the immune systems of fruit flies, notes study
What genes do we share with fruit flies, roundworms?
Study comparing the human genome with that of fruit flies and roundworms can offer insights into how the information in the human genome …