Seasonal gene switch locks fruit flies in winter mode
Jul 18, 2026
Researchers at Washington State University have discovered a molecular "winter lock" that keeps animals in a less active winter state until favorable conditions return, a discovery that could improve pest control and lead to a better understanding of seasonal health conditions in humans.
https://phys.org/news/2026-07-seasonal-gene-fruit-flies-winter.html
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