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Published Date: July 18, 2026

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Seasonal gene switch locks fruit flies in winter mode

Researchers at Washington State University have discovered a molecular "winter lock" that keeps animals in a less active winter state unt…

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Researchers at Washington State University have discovered a molecular "winter lock" that keeps animals in a less active winter state until favorable conditions return, a discovery that could improve pest control and lead to a better understanding of seasonal health conditions in humans.

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