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A virus hastens ageing in flies

In this study, Niggs et al. show that Drosophila A virus infection modulates epithelial turnover in the intestine of Drosophila melanogaster , promoting premature intestinal dysplasia and reducing fly lifespan.

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Published in:Nature reviews. Microbiology 2024-08, Vol.22 (8), p.455-455
Main Author: Taglialegna, Agustina
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:In this study, Niggs et al. show that Drosophila A virus infection modulates epithelial turnover in the intestine of Drosophila melanogaster , promoting premature intestinal dysplasia and reducing fly lifespan.
ISSN:1740-1526
1740-1534
1740-1534
DOI:10.1038/s41579-024-01070-w