Elife June 2015 PMID 26041333

The secret lives of Drosophila flies.

Therese Ann Markow

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20
Peak: 2 in Jun 2022
across 3 sources since Jun 2015

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The group exhibits an appreciation for the biological and ecological aspects of Drosophila, with mentions of their natural habitats, microscopy images, and references to influential scientists like Therese Markow. The tone is curious and respectful, emphasizing the scientific value and potential discoveries from understanding the flies' natural lives.

AgreementModerate agreement

Many posts acknowledge the importance of studying Drosophila and agree with the article's emphasis on exploring their natural history.

InterestModerate interest

Discussion participants show curiosity about the flies' biology and natural environment, indicating moderate interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Responses include sharing images, YouTube videos, and mentioning the significance of the research, reflecting active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations highlight the role of these studies in understanding fundamental biology, suggesting a modest but meaningful impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Drosophila melanogaster, commonly known as fruit flies, are widely used in labs for biological research but also exist naturally in the wild.
  • Extensive studies have revealed many fundamental biological processes, yet we have only begun to understand their full potential as research tools.
  • A current goal is to investigate how their natural environment and history influence their biology to deepen our overall understanding of life sciences.

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Dan Tracey
@Hoosierflyman · X

Now that I’ve started reading this a bit of this literature I actually know that Theresa Markow is a giant in this field. The Natural History of Model Organisms: The secret lives of Drosophila flies https://t.co/5Noe2zFpho

Apr 22, 2019 · 6 likes · 3,496 followers View post →
barry goldman
@barrygoldman1 · X

@CarlosEAlvare17 @OmicsOmicsBlog @NicoleCRust they certainly seem to follow people around the world and live in their fruit etc.. so says Therese Ann Markow https://t.co/hfWiFqNbu1 but SOMEONE had to decide to be curious about them and discover that they are easy to grow in the lab. all sources point to Woodworth, but 1/n

Nov 18, 2024 · 2 likes · 698 followers View post →
PhDistance
@PhDistance · X

Q: “But what do we know about the biology of this fly in nature?“ A: not much! Thanks @eLife for the evening read. The Natural History of Model Organisms: The secret lives of Drosophila flies https://t.co/gldAlUvhSO

Oct 15, 2020 · 2 likes · 376 followers View post →
KissedByElectrons
@ElectronKiss · X

Microscopic view of a Fruit Fly https://t.co/hF7GRel2Yg via @BreakingTaps

Jul 3, 2023 · 1 like · 419 followers View post →
Floyd Maxwell
@justthinkit · X

Fruit fly meets Scanning Electron Microscope https://t.co/Rup6YNUiZi #DrosophilaMelanogaster

Dec 23, 2022 · 3,175 followers View post →
Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson
@BGCofCarson · X

Check out our John Muir Middle School ecologists, observing fruit flies under microscopes. Curious about what a fruit fly looks like through an electron microscope? Check out this YouTube video: https://t.co/IgVdefe8LA #ecology #BeGreat #teamwork #science #lausd #btblausd https://t.co/QNzrxHR3n6

Mar 15, 2024 · 754 followers View post →

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D. Kalis
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Sep 8, 2025 · 378 followers View post →
Cje
@pcconexo · X

https://t.co/YS8iM5Ktez

Jan 19, 2025 View post →
barry goldman
@barrygoldman1 · X

@CarlosEAlvare17 @OmicsOmicsBlog @NicoleCRust they certainly seem to follow people around the world and live in their fruit etc.. so says Therese Ann Markow https://t.co/hfWiFqNbu1 but SOMEONE had to decide to be curious about them and discover that they are easy to grow in the lab. all sources point to Woodworth, but 1/n

Nov 18, 2024 · 2 likes · 698 followers View post →
barry goldman
@barrygoldman1 · X

nice review of Drosophila natural history https://t.co/hfWiFqMDEt

Nov 18, 2024 · 698 followers View post →
Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson
@BGCofCarson · X

Check out our John Muir Middle School ecologists, observing fruit flies under microscopes. Curious about what a fruit fly looks like through an electron microscope? Check out this YouTube video: https://t.co/IgVdefe8LA #ecology #BeGreat #teamwork #science #lausd #btblausd https://t.co/QNzrxHR3n6

Mar 15, 2024 · 754 followers View post →
KissedByElectrons
@ElectronKiss · X

Microscopic view of a Fruit Fly https://t.co/hF7GRel2Yg via @BreakingTaps

Jul 3, 2023 · 1 like · 419 followers View post →
Floyd Maxwell
@justthinkit · X

Fruit fly meets Scanning Electron Microscope https://t.co/Rup6YNUiZi #DrosophilaMelanogaster

Dec 23, 2022 · 3,175 followers View post →
Ivan
@notegone · X

https://t.co/FIKftIgtQV fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) under a scanning electron microscope

Oct 9, 2022 · 387 followers View post →
Loulaad Bontan
@LowSquare · X

You won't look at a Fruit Fly the same ever again https://t.co/d2flaGhWSZ via @YouTube

Jun 4, 2022 · 14 followers View post →
PhDistance
@PhDistance · X

Q: “But what do we know about the biology of this fly in nature?“ A: not much! Thanks @eLife for the evening read. The Natural History of Model Organisms: The secret lives of Drosophila flies https://t.co/gldAlUvhSO

Oct 15, 2020 · 2 likes · 376 followers View post →
purple book
@purplebook33 · X

Read more (some peer reviewed articles) https://t.co/FEH0OmE0HU and https://t.co/hk5aX71Ekf and https://t.co/10wquwJ0rK @Casey

Jul 8, 2020 · 47 followers View post →
Rafaela Anna Swietlikowska
@RafaellaaAnna · X

and the fact that he attracted a highly talented group of graduate students no doubt fuelled the use of D. melanogaster as a model system." well, some workforce is always well appreciated :D https://t.co/8qVNi5XF5u

Jul 1, 2019 · 26 followers View post →
Dan Tracey
@Hoosierflyman · X

Now that I’ve started reading this a bit of this literature I actually know that Theresa Markow is a giant in this field. The Natural History of Model Organisms: The secret lives of Drosophila flies https://t.co/5Noe2zFpho

Apr 22, 2019 · 6 likes · 3,496 followers View post →
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