A subset of octopaminergic neurons that promotes feeding initiation in Drosophila melanogaster
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0198362
Abstract: Octopamine regulates feeding behavioral responses in Drosophila melanogaster, however the molecular and circuit mechanisms have not been fully elucidated. Here, we investigated the role of a subset of octopaminergic neurons, the OA-VPM4 cluster, in sucrose… read more here.
Keywords: promotes feeding; subset octopaminergic; neurons promotes; octopaminergic neurons ... See more keywords
Identification of octopaminergic neurons that modulate sleep suppression by male sex drive
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DOI: 10.7554/elife.23130
Abstract: Molecular and circuit mechanisms for balancing competing drives are not well understood. While circadian and homeostatic mechanisms generally ensure sufficient sleep at night, other pressing needs can overcome sleep drive. Here, we demonstrate that the… read more here.
Keywords: sleep suppression; octopaminergic neurons; drive; sex ... See more keywords