28 Minutes Later: Investigating the role of aflatrem-like compounds in Ophiocordyceps parasite manipulation of zombie ants
W. C. Beckerson, C. Krider, U. A. Mohammad, C. de Bekker
This study investigates how aflatrem-like compounds from Ophiocordyceps fungi affect ant behavior, finding they reduce activity, increase staggering, and alter gene expression related to neuromuscular and sensory functions.
bioRxiv · Sep 8, 2022Animal Behavior & Cognition