We are a fly lab studying Development, Stem Cells Biology and Tumorigenesis
Research Interests
Our group is dedicated to elucidating the molecular and cellular mechanisms governing development, stem cell biology, and tumorigenesis, with a particular focus on skeletal muscles. We investigate how muscle cells and other components within the muscle microenvironment collaborate to form and repair muscles. Our primary model organism is Drosophila melanogaster, a well-established and versatile system for studying myogenesis due to the high degree of conservation in muscle structure and core myogenic programs between flies and mammals. We employ a multidisciplinary approach, integrating advanced genetic techniques, cutting-edge imaging methodologies, and comprehensive genome-wide analyses. This holistic strategy allows us to address our questions from multiple perspectives, providing a deeper understanding of these fundamental processes. While our primary goal is to advance fundamental biology, our findings may also offer insights for therapeutic studies.
Institut de Génétique et Développement de Rennes (CNRS-UMR6290).
Université de Rennes (Bat4)
2 avenue du Pr Leon Bernard
35043 Rennes, France