Fruit Flies
Why are fruit flies vital to science?
4.4 (19)
37 mins
Explore the role of fruit flies in scientific research, in understanding genetics, diseases, and biological processes. Discover how their genetic similarities to humans have made them invaluable models for studying complex issues, and how they have advanced biomedical knowledge.
Ep 1:
How Was Genetic Linkage Discovered Through Fruit Flies?
Ep 2:
Can X-Rays Alter Genetic Makeups in Fruit Flies?
Discussions (12)
Rory
Level 2 · 8 mo agoChecked the stats. 77% gene overlap is accurate.
Aiden
Level 4 · 6 mo agoSix Nobels sounds high but it's legit. These flies are literally the backbone of modern genetics man.
Grayson
Level 3 · 8 mo agoMale flies getting wasted over rejection is just embarrassing. 🙄 I can't believe we share 77% of our genes. Explains a lot about the male species!
