The model organism Caenorhabditis elegans is quick to forget a notable odour — unless it is chilled or given lithium. The model organism Caenorhabditis elegans is quick to forget a notable odour — unless it is chilled or given lithium.
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In a new study, Northwestern University researchers exposed roundworms (a well-established model organism in biological research) to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a class of drugs used for treating depression and anxiety. Surprisingly, this treatment improved the quality of aging females’ egg cells.