Here, we present a protocol using the Drosophila sensory neuron - dendritic arborization (da) neuron injury model, which combines in vivo live imaging, two-photon laser axotomy/dendriotomy, and the powerful fly genetic toolbox, as a platform for screening potential promoters and inhibitors of neuroregeneration.
Li, D., Li, F., Guttipatti, P., Song, Y. A Drosophila In Vivo Injury Model for Studying Neuroregeneration in the Peripheral and Central Nervous System. J. Vis. Exp. (135), e57557, doi:10.3791/57557 (2018).