Phagocytosis and self-destruction execute dendrite degeneration of Drosophila sensory neurons at distinct levels of NAD+ reduction
H. Ji, M. L. Sapar, A. Sarkar, B. Wang, C. Han
This study shows that NAD+ reduction triggers PS exposure and self-destruction in Drosophila sensory dendrites, with phagocytosis driving degeneration and Axed acting in parallel with PS-induced phagocytosis.
bioRxiv · Jun 26, 2020 · PreprintCell Biology