iScience April 2024 PMID 38558941

An enteric ultrastructural surface atlas of the model insect .

Anton G Windfelder, Jessica Steinbart, Leonie Graser, Jan Scherberich, Gabriele A Krombach, Andreas Vilcinskas

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Discussions reflect a generally positive reception, with posts highlighting the development of a surface atlas and its implications for ethical research, using phrases like 'valuable insights' and 'fosters invertebrates as an ethical alternative.' The tone balances appreciation for scientific advances with curiosity about applications, which aligns with moderate agreement and interest scores.

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The overall tone suggests recognition of the research's importance in advancing ethical alternatives and understanding insect biology, though the impact is not universally stated as transformative.

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Advancements in Animal Welfare with Using Manduca sexta as a Model Organism

Research in Germany by Dr. Anton Windfelder replaces rats and mice with Manduca sexta caterpillars as alternative animal models, significantly improving animal welfare and reducing the use of sensitive and intelligent…

Francisco Kunz · Jul 15, 2024 852 views

Structure and Bacterial Biofilm of Manduca sexta Hindgut Pyloric Cone

The hindgut pyloric cone of Manduca sexta features a dense bacterial biofilm covering its folded intima, contrasting with the midgut. This ultrastructural surface analysis provides insights into insect gastrointestinal…

Dr. Anton Windfelder · Mar 22, 2024 183 views

Structure and Function of Manduca sexta's Anterior Midgut

The gut epithelium of Manduca sexta includes columnar and goblet cells. Microvilli gradually change shape from irregular to standard in the anterior midgut. Learn more about its ultrastructural surface atlas and…

Dr. Anton Windfelder · Mar 22, 2024 116 views

Ultrastructural Analysis of the Manduca sexta Midgut Epithelium

The middle midgut of Manduca sexta features prominent folds covered by the peritrophic matrix, with microvilli beneath. Discover detailed ultrastructural insights into this model insect's gut surface, contributing to…

Dr. Anton Windfelder · Mar 22, 2024 71 views

Ultrastructural Analysis of Manduca sexta Midgut and Peritrophic Matrix

The anterior midgut of Manduca sexta features an intact peritrophic matrix with bacteria colonizing its surface. Discover detailed ultrastructural features of this model insect's gut in the context of enteric surface…

Dr. Anton Windfelder · Mar 22, 2024 45 views

Hindgut Pyloric Cone Structure of Manduca sexta Insect

The hindgut pyloric cone of Manduca sexta features a densely biofilm-covered folded interior. Learn about its ultrastructural surface and unique bacterial interactions in this model insect.

Dr. Anton Windfelder · Mar 22, 2024 44 views

Structure and Surface Features of Manduca sexta Foregut

The foregut of Manduca sexta features a folded intima with a rough surface dominating its cuticle-lined surface. Discover detailed ultrastructural features of this model insect's digestive system, as described in recent…

Dr. Anton Windfelder · Mar 22, 2024 35 views

Hindgut Structure of Manduca sexta in Insect Physiology

The hindgut rectum of Manduca sexta features a smooth intima, contrasting with other anterior hindgut parts. Discover detailed ultrastructural features in this model insect, enhancing understanding of insect digestive…

Dr. Anton Windfelder · Mar 22, 2024 30 views

Structure of the Midgut in Manduca sexta (Tobacco Hornworm) Vertical View

The anterior midgut of Manduca sexta features a dense peritrophic matrix covering the gut epithelium. Enterocytes display irregular, club-shaped microvilli, with visible cell boundaries. Discover more about insect gut…

Dr. Anton Windfelder · Mar 22, 2024 23 views

Anton Windfelder

@AntonGeorgeM · X

@The_EARA @TVVde @Fraunhofer_IME Windfelder, A.G., Steinbart, J., Graser, L., Scherberich, J., Krombach, G.A., and Vilcinskas, A. An Enteric Ultrastructural Surface Atlas of the Model Insect Manduca sexta. iScience. https://t.co/fQ5Na5KN1j

Aug 29, 2024 · 252 followers View post →

Anton Windfelder

@AntonGeorgeM · X

Aug 29, 2024 · 1 like · 252 followers View post →

Anton Windfelder

@AntonGeorgeM · X

@EARA_BE @TVVde @Fraunhofer_IME Windfelder, A.G., Steinbart, J., Graser, L., Scherberich, J., Krombach, G.A., and Vilcinskas, A. An Enteric Ultrastructural Surface Atlas of the Model Insect Manduca sexta. iScience. https://t.co/fQ5Na5KN1j

Aug 29, 2024 · 252 followers View post →

Pia Englisch

@WindfelderPia · X

RT @Fraunhofer_IME: Wissenschaftliche Studie liefert wertvolle Einblicke in den Insektendarm und fördert Insekten als ethische Alternative…

Apr 29, 2024 · 5 shares · 2 followers View post →

Pia Englisch

@WindfelderPia · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Last week, an article about our research using Manduca sexta as an alternative model for gut inflammation appeared in the…

Apr 29, 2024 · 3 shares · 2 followers View post →

Pia Englisch

@WindfelderPia · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Are caterpillars

Apr 29, 2024 · 4 shares · 2 followers View post →

Fraunhofer IME

@Fraunhofer_IME · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Are caterpillars

Apr 29, 2024 · 4 shares · 106 followers View post →

Olga Koshkina

@OlgaKoshkina6 · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Are caterpillars

Apr 28, 2024 · 4 shares · 268 followers View post →

Anton Windfelder

@AntonGeorgeM · X

Are caterpillars

Apr 28, 2024 · 8 likes · 4 shares · 252 followers View post →

Fraunhofer IME

@Fraunhofer_IME · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Last week, an article about our research using Manduca sexta as an alternative model for gut inflammation appeared in the…

Apr 25, 2024 · 3 shares · 106 followers View post →

Anton Windfelder

@AntonGeorgeM · X

Apr 24, 2024 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 252 followers View post →

Jan Scherberich

@expradiol · X

RT @Fraunhofer_IME: Wissenschaftliche Studie liefert wertvolle Einblicke in den Insektendarm und fördert Insekten als ethische Alternative…

Apr 17, 2024 · 5 shares · 4 followers View post →

Philipp Müller

@KPM_Short · X

RT @Fraunhofer_IME: Wissenschaftliche Studie liefert wertvolle Einblicke in den Insektendarm und fördert Insekten als ethische Alternative…

Apr 16, 2024 · 5 shares · 1 followers View post →

Anton Windfelder

@AntonGeorgeM · X

RT @Fraunhofer_IME: Wissenschaftliche Studie liefert wertvolle Einblicke in den Insektendarm und fördert Insekten als ethische Alternative…

Apr 16, 2024 · 5 shares · 252 followers View post →

Fraunhofer IME

@Fraunhofer_IME · X

Apr 16, 2024 · 6 likes · 5 shares · 106 followers View post →

Pia Englisch

@WindfelderPia · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Meeting Friends and Family at the #Nuklearmedizin 24 in Leipzig https://t.co/8XfOQWuZWh https://t.co/6lCPKXlf2p https://…

Apr 13, 2024 · 2 shares · 2 followers View post →

Anton Windfelder

@AntonGeorgeM · X

Meeting Friends and Family at the #Nuklearmedizin 24 in Leipzig https://t.co/8XfOQWuZWh https://t.co/6lCPKXlf2p https://t.co/fQ5Na5LkQR

Apr 13, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 252 followers View post →

Maik Bischoff

@MaikCBischoff · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Same Same But Different: Check Out Our New Surface Atlas of the Alternative Animal Model Manduca sexta

Mar 23, 2024 · 6 shares · 442 followers View post →

Pia Englisch

@WindfelderPia · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Same Same But Different: Check Out Our New Surface Atlas of the Alternative Animal Model Manduca sexta

Mar 22, 2024 · 6 shares · 2 followers View post →

Jan Scherberich

@expradiol · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Same Same But Different: Check Out Our New Surface Atlas of the Alternative Animal Model Manduca sexta

Mar 22, 2024 · 6 shares · 4 followers View post →

Philipp Müller

@KPM_Short · X

RT @AntonGeorgeM: Same Same But Different: Check Out Our New Surface Atlas of the Alternative Animal Model Manduca sexta

Mar 22, 2024 · 6 shares · 1 followers View post →

Anton Windfelder

@AntonGeorgeM · X

Same Same But Different: Check Out Our New Surface Atlas of the Alternative Animal Model Manduca sexta

Mar 22, 2024 · 9 likes · 6 shares · 252 followers View post →

An enteric ultrastructural surface atlas of the model insect .

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