Space Sciences
Spaceflight and simulated microgravity conditions increase virulence of *Serratia marcescens* in the *Drosophila melanogaster* infection model
R. Gilbert, M. Torres, et al.
This fascinating study reveals how spaceflight and simulated microgravity impact the virulence of *Serratia marcescens* using *Drosophila melanogaster* as a host. The research, conducted by Rachel Gilbert, Medaya Torres, Rachel Clemens, Shannon Hately, Ravikumar Hosamani, William Wade, and Sharmila Bhattacharya, uncovers a striking increase in lethality in space-grown bacteria, showcasing complex physiological adaptations that challenge our understanding of microbial behavior in space environments.
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