Drosophila HS dendrites are resilient to adult-onset deficits in mitochondrial dynamics
Hailey Q. Wang, Demetria G. Fortson, Eavan D. Burton, Hunter S. Whitbeck, Briana M. Robles, Letitia Bortey, Avi J. Adler, Jordan I. Kalai, Giovanna Napoleone, Erin L. Barnhart
This study shows that mature Drosophila HS dendrites maintain structure and function despite adult-onset mitochondrial dynamics deficits, unlike developmental perturbations.
bioRxiv · Nov 7, 2025 · PreprintCell Biology