Four-dimensional gene expression control: memories on the fly.

To understand the role of a gene in adult behavior, it is necessary to control its expression in four dimensions: space and time. Two recent papers describe implementation of different but related technologies that now provide this missing element in fly behavioral research.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Leung, B, Waddell, S
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2004
Description
Summary:To understand the role of a gene in adult behavior, it is necessary to control its expression in four dimensions: space and time. Two recent papers describe implementation of different but related technologies that now provide this missing element in fly behavioral research.