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A genetic screen for mutations that disrupt an auditory response in Drosophila melanogaster.

Authors :
Eberl, Daniel F.
Duyk, Geoffrey M.
Perrimon, Norbert
Source :
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America; 12/23/97, Vol. 94 Issue 26, p14837, 6p, 8 Color Photographs, 3 Diagrams, 2 Charts, 18 Graphs
Publication Year :
1997

Abstract

Describes a behavioral assay for auditory function involving courtship among groups of males triggered by the pulse component of the courtship song. Indications of mutant audiograms; Characterization of six mutants; Basis showing a genetic and molecular dissection of auditory mechanosensation and auditory behavior.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00278424
Volume :
94
Issue :
26
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
41411
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.94.26.14837