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James A Marrs1, Swapnalee Sarmah1
1Department of Biology, Indiana University Indianapolis, 723 West Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA.
Biomedicines
|March 28, 2024
Summary
Zebrafish are increasingly valuable for biomedical research, aiding in the discovery of new biological insights and disease mechanisms. Their use accelerates understanding across various scientific disciplines.
Area of Science:
- * Comparative biology and genetics
- * Developmental biology
- * Neuroscience
Background:
- * The zebrafish (Danio rerio) is a well-established model organism in biological research.
- * Its genetic similarity to humans and rapid development make it ideal for studying complex biological processes.
- * Advantages include high fecundity, external fertilization, and optical transparency of embryos.

