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How flies dodge so fast: Brain map reveals rare synapses behind split-second escapes

Have you ever wondered how a fly manages to dodge you in a split second? Scientists have long been fascinated by the lightning-fast reflexes that help flies escape danger almost instantly. But despite decades of research, they still don't fully understand exactly how the brain coordinates these rapi...

How flies dodge so fast: Brain map reveals rare synapses behind split-second escapes
Image: Phys.org
Have you ever wondered how a fly manages to dodge you in a split second? Scientists have long been fascinated by the lightning-fast reflexes that help flies escape danger almost instantly. But despite decades of research, they still don't fully understand exactly how the brain coordinates these rapid reactions at the level of individual neural connections.

Originally published at Phys.org

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