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1School of Life Science and Technology, ShanghaiTech University, Shanghai, 201210, China; Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX1 3PT, UK.
Abstract:
Amidst the mist-clad summits of Mount Lu and the cultural heartbeat of Mount Heng, the Jiujiang International Drosophila Conference (2016-2025) has emerged as a crucible for curiosity-driven discovery, merging ancient Chinese traditions with cutting-edge scientific exploration. Spanning four transformative editions-Jiujiang (2016, 2018, 2023), and Hengyang (2025)-the event has redefined biomedicine's intellectual terrain. Rooted in the philosophical legacy of the White Deer Grotto Academy, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its fusion of Daoist contemplation and empirical rigor, and the Stone Drum Academy, cradle of Hunan's intellectual traditions, the conference harmonises China's cultural heritage with global scientific inquiry. Featuring pioneering research on Drosophila models for metabolism, development, cancer, neurodegeneration, and circadian rhythms, the conference has catalysed cross-continental collaborations, proving that scientific frontiers thrive where alpine curiosity intersects with microscopic innovation.
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