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Scientists Fool Flies with "Virtual Tastes"

Jun 26, 20194 min
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By switching fruit flies' sensory neurons on and off with light, scientists were able to create the sensation of sweet or bitter tastes. Christopher Intagliata reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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