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Quantitative Analysis of Climbing Defects in a Drosophila Model of Neurodegenerative Disorders
 

Quantitative Analysis of Climbing Defects in a Drosophila Model of Neurodegenerative Disorders

Article DOI: 10.3791/52741
June 13th, 2015

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Summary June 13th, 2015

We present an optimized inexpensive and reliable negative geotaxis assay in Drosophila melanogaster as a model for neurodegenerative disorders. Being more sensitive to mild locomotor defects, this assay will help screen for potential genetic interactions and drug targets.

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