The Drosophila Him gene is essential for adult muscle function and muscle stem cell maintenance

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Authors: Robert Mitchell-Gee, Robert Hoff, Kumar Vishal, Daniel Hancock, Sam McKitrick, Cristina Newnes-Querejeta, Antonio Aguayo, David Liotta, Jennifer A. Waters, TyAnna L. Lovato, Richard M. Cripps, Michael V. Taylor
DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2026.114670
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Abstract

adult MuSCs and is the first gene shown to be required as flies age to maintain both MuSC number and flight ability.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Muscle Physiology and Disorders Developmental Biology and Gene Regulation Neurobiology and Insect Physiology Research

Publication details

Journal / source
iScience
Volume
29
Issue
2
Pages
114670–114670
Publication date
10 January 2026
Language
EN