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Additional Assay — C. elegans

Dauer Formation

Caenorhabditis elegans

Behavioral test for Caenorhabditis elegans — Dauer ratio, SDS resistance %, dauer entry/exit timing

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C. elegans — Dauer Formation
Quantitative Output

Key Parameters

Dauer ratio, SDS resistance %, dauer entry/exit timing

References

Citations for Dauer Formation

  1. Golden JW, Riddle DL. (1984). The Caenorhabditis elegans dauer larva: developmental effects of pheromone, food, and temperature. Dev Biol, 102(2), 368-378. PMID: 6706004
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Automated locomotion and behavior

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Thrashing Assay Chamber

Neuromuscular function in liquid

Touch Stimulation Probe

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