Sensory biology: The bitter aftertaste
Abstract
Summary. Bitter taste signals a potentially toxic food that should be avoided. A new study shows that taste neurons in Drosophila produce distinct responses after a bitter sip. A bitter aftertaste may help the fly make wise food choices.
- Publication:
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Current Biology
- Pub Date:
- December 2021
- DOI:
- 10.1016/j.cub.2021.11.021
- Bibcode:
- 2021CBio...31R1570L