LITERATURE UPDATE
April 3, 2009 – April 9, 2009
Literature search for biomech* or locomot*

Keith E. Gordon, PhD
Sensory Motor Performance Program
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago


***NOTE***
- Not all articles have a DOI.
- Some DOI links may not yet be available online.
- Articles with no volume, issue or page numbers indicate that the article
has not been published in paper form yet, but may be available in electronic
form through the publisher.

BONE

Lind PM, Gustafsson M, Hermsen SAB, Larsson S, Kyle CE, Orberg J et al.
Exposure to pastures fertilised with sewage sludge disrupts bone tissue
homeostasis in sheep. Science of the Total Environment 2009;407(7):2200-8.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2008.12.035

Ovesen J, Moller-Madsen B, Nielsen PT, Christensen PH, Simonsen O, Hoeck HC
et al. Differences in zinc status between patients with osteoarthritis and
osteoporosis. Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology
2009;23(1):1-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jtemb.2008.12.001

Sha M, Guo Z, Fu J, Li J, Yuan C, Shi L et al. The effects of nail rigidity
on fracture healing in rats with osteoporosis. Acta Orthopaedica
2009;80(1):135-8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/17453670902807490

BOTANY

Mach KJ. Mechanical and biological consequences of repetitive loading: crack
initiation and fatigue failure in the red macroalga Mazzaella. Journal of
Experimental Biology 2009;212(7):961-76.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.026989

CARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY

Choudhury N, Bouchot O, Rouleau L, Tremblay D, Cartier R, Butany J et al.
Local mechanical and structural properties of healthy and diseased human
ascending aorta tissue. Cardiovascular Pathology 2009;18(2):83-91.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1010/j.carpath.2008.01.001

De Tullio MD, Cristallo A, Balaras E, Verzicco R. Direct numerical
simulation of the pulsatile flow through an aortic bileaflet mechanical
heart valve. Journal of Fluid Mechanics 2009;622:259-90.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0022112008005156

Hart JE, Laden F, Eisen EA, Smith TJ, Garshick E. Chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease mortality in railroad workers. Occupational and
Environmental Medicine 2009;66(4):221-6.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/oem.2008.040493

Valentin A, Cardamone L, Baek S, Humphrey JD. Complementary vasoactivity and
matrix remodelling in arterial adaptations to altered flow and pressure.
Journal of the Royal Society Interface 2009;6(32):293-306.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2008.0254

CELLULAR/SUBCELLULAR

Mack PJ, Zhang Y, Chung S, Vickerman V, Kamm RD, Garcia-Cardena G.
Biomechanical Regulation of Endothelium-dependent Events Critical for
Adaptive Remodeling. Journal of Biological Chemistry 2009;284(13):8412-20.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1074/jbc.M804524200

Murk K, Buchmeier S, Jockusch BM, Rothkegel M. In birds, profilin-2a is
ubiquitously expressed and contributes to actin-based motility. Journal of
Cell Science 2009;122(7):957-64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jcs.041715

Naghdi M, Tiraihi T, Namin SAM, Arabkheradmand J. Transdifferentiation of
bone marrow stromal cells into cholinergic neuronal phenotype: a potential
source for cell therapy in spinal cord injury. Cytotherapy
2009;11(2):137-52. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14653240802716582

COMPARATIVE

Aubret F, Shine R. Causes and consequences of aggregation by neonatal tiger
snakes (Notechis scutatus, Elapidae). Austral Ecology 2009;34(2):210-7.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1442-9993.2008.01923.x

Gabriel AF, Marcus MAE, Walenkamp G, Joosten EAJ. The CatWalk method:
Assessment of mechanical allodynia in experimental chronic pain. Behavioural
Brain Research 2009;198(2):477-80.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.bbr.2008.12.018

Higurashi Y, Hirasaki E, Kumakura H. Gaits of Japanese Macaques (Macaca
fuscata) on a Horizontal Ladder and Arboreal Stability. American Journal of
Physical Anthropology 2009;138(4):448-57.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ajpa.20962

Lohrey AK, Clark DL, Gordon SD, Uetz GW. Antipredator responses of wolf
spiders (Araneae: Lycosidae) to sensory cues representing an avian predatorAnimal Behaviour 2009;77(4):813-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.anbehav.2008.12.025

Montuelle SJ, Herrel A, Libourel PA, Reveret L, Bels VL. Locomotor-feeding
coupling during prey capture in a lizard (Gerrhosaurus major): effects of
prehension mode. Journal of Experimental Biology 2009;212(6):768-77.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.026617

Orizaola G, Laurila A. Microgeographic variation in the effects of larval
temperature environment on juvenile morphology and locomotion in the pool
frog. Journal of Zoology 2009;277(4):267-74.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7998.2008.00530.x

Postlethwaite CM, Psemeneki TM, Selimkhanov J, Silber M, MacIver MA. Optimal
movement in the prey strikes of weakly electric fish: a case study of the
interplay of body plan and movement capability. Journal of the Royal Society
Interface 2009;6(34):417-33. http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2008.0286

Ribak G, Egge AR, Swallow JG. Saccadic head rotations during walking in the
stalk-eyed fly (Cyrtodiopsis dalmanni). Proceedings of the Royal Society
B-Biological Sciences 2009;276(1662):1643-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2008.1721

Schilling N, Carrier DR. Function of the epaxial muscles during trotting.
Journal of Experimental Biology 2009;212(7):1053-63.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.020248

Schilling N, Fischbein T, Yang EP, Carrier DR. Function of the extrinsic
hindlimb muscles in trotting dogs. Journal of Experimental Biology
2009;212(7):1036-52. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.020255

Starke SD, Robilliard JJ, Weller R, Wilson AM, Pfau T. Walk-run
classification of symmetrical gaits in the horse: a multidimensional
approach. Journal of the Royal Society Interface 2009;6(33):335-42.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2008.0238

Sun YY, Yang J, Ji X. Many-Lined Sun Skinks (Mabuya multifasciata) Do not
Compensate for the Costs of Tail Loss by Increasing Feeding Rate or
Digestive Efficiency. Journal of Experimental Zoology Part a-Ecological
Genetics and Physiology 2009;311A(2):125-33.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jez.509

Van Wassenbergh S, Roos G, Genbrugge A, Leysen H, Aerts P, Adriaens D et alSuction is kid's play: extremely fast suction in newborn seahorses. Biology
Letters 2009;5(2):200-3. http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsbl.2008.0765

Walker SM, Thomas ALR, Taylor GK. Photogrammetric reconstruction of
high-resolution surface topographies and deformable wing kinematics of
tethered locusts and free-flying hoverflies. Journal of the Royal Society
Interface 2009;6(33):351-66. http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2008.0245

Ward SG. Millipede-like Lymphocyte Crawling: Feeling the Way with FilopodiaImmunity 2009;30(3):315-7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.immuni.2009.03.002

Zhao BX, Pesika N, Zeng HB, Wei ZS, Chen YF, Autumn K et al. Role of Tilted
Adhesion Fibrils (Setae) in the Adhesion and Locomotion of Gecko-like
Systems. Journal of Physical Chemistry B 2009;113(12):3615-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1021/jp806079d

ERGONOMICS/REHABILITATION

Bressel E, Bliss S, Cronin J. A field-based approach for examining bicycle
seat design effects on seat pressure and perceived stability. Applied
Ergonomics 2009;40(3):472-6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2008.10.001

Howarth SJ, Beach TAC, Pearson AJ, Callaghan JP. Using sitting as a
component of job rotation strategies: Are lifting/lowering kinetics and
kinematics altered following prolonged sitting. Applied Ergonomics
2009;40(3):433-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2008.10.006

Hughes RE, Nelson NA. Estimating investment worthiness of an ergonomic
intervention for preventing low back pain from a firm's perspective. Applied
Ergonomics 2009;40(3):457-63. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2008.10.004

Jin S, McCulloch R, Mirka GA. Biomechanical evaluation of postures assumed
when harvesting from bush crops. International Journal of Industrial
Ergonomics 2009;39(2):347-52. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ergon.2008.07.005

Karanikas K, Arampatzis A, Bruggemann GP. Motor task and muscle strength
followed different adaptation patterns after anterior cruciate ligament
reconstruction. European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
2009;45(1):37-45.

Rosenbaum P. Putting child development back into developmental disabilitiesDevelopmental Medicine and Child Neurology 2009;51(4):251-.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-8749.2009.03275.x

EVOLUTION/ANTHROPOLOGY

Hunt RM. LONG-LEGGED PURSUIT CARNIVORANS (AMPHICYONIDAE, DAPHOENINAE) FROM
THE EARLY MIOCENE OF NORTH AMERICA. Bulletin of the American Museum of
Natural History 2009(318):1-95.

GAIT/LOCOMOTION

af Klint R, Nielsen JB, Sinkjaer T, Grey MJ. Sudden Drop in Ground Support
Produces Force-Related Unload Response in Human Overground Walking. Journal
of Neurophysiology 2009;101(4):1705-12.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.91175.2008

Caetano MJD, Gobbi LTB, Sanchez-Arias MD, Stella F, Gobbi S. Effects of
postural threat on walking features of Parkinson's disease patients.
Neuroscience Letters 2009;452(2):136-40.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neulet.2009.01.053

Chou YH, Wagenaar RC, Saltzman E, Giphart JE, Young D, Davidsdottir R et alEffects of Optic Flow Speed and Lateral Flow Asymmetry on Locomotion in
Younger and Older Adults: A Virtual Reality Study. Journals of Gerontology
Series B-Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences 2009;64(2):222-31.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/geronb/gbp003

Gordon KE, Wu M, Kahn JH, Dhaher YY, Schmit BD. Ankle Load Modulates Hip
Kinetics and EMG During Human Locomotion. Journal of Neurophysiology
2009;101(4):2062-76. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.90949.2008

Kellis E, Liassou C. The Effect of Selective Muscle Fatigue on Sagittal
Lower Limb Kinematics and Muscle Activity During Level Running. Journal of
Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2009;39(3):210-20.
http://dx.doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2009.2859

Mutlu A, Krosschell K, Spira DG. Treadmill training with partial body-weight
support in children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review. Developmental
Medicine and Child Neurology 2009;51(4):268-75.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-8749.2008.03221.x

Nantel J, Termoz N, Vendittoli PA, Lavigne M, Prince F. Gait Patterns After
Total Hip Arthroplasty and Surface Replacement Arthroplasty. Archives of
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2009;90(3):463-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2008.08.215

Raichlen DA, Pontzer H, Shapiro LJ, Socko MD. Understanding Hind Limb Weight
Support in Chimpanzees With Implications for the Evolution of Primate
Locomotion. American Journal of Physical Anthropology 2009;138(4):395-402.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ajpa.20952

Spanjaard M, Reeves ND, van Dieen JH, Baltzopoulos V, Maganaris CN.
Influence of gait velocity on gastrocnemius muscle fascicle behaviour during
stair negotiation. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2009;19(2):304-13. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.07.006

Whishaw IQ, Sacrey LAR, Gorny B. Hind limb stepping over obstacles in the
horse guided by place-object memory. Behavioural Brain Research
2009;198(2):372-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.bbr.2008.11.023

Young JW. Substrate Determines Asymmetrical Gait Dynamics in Marmosets
(Callithrix jacchus) and Squirrel Monkeys (Saimiri boliviensis). American
Journal of Physical Anthropology 2009;138(4):403-20.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ajpa.20953

JOINT/CARTILAGE

Ansorge HL, Meng XM, Zhang GY, Veit G, Sun M, Klement JF et al. Type XIV
Collagen Regulates Fibrillogenesis PREMATURE COLLAGEN FIBRIL GROWTH AND
TISSUE DYSFUNCTION IN NULL MICE. Journal of Biological Chemistry
2009;284(13):8427-38. http://dx.doi.org/10.1074/jbc.M805582200

Preiss-Bloom O, Mizrahi J, Elisseeff J, Seliktar D. Real-time Monitoring of
Force Response Measured in Mechanically Stimulated Tissue-Engineered
Cartilage. Artificial Organs 2009;33(4):318-27.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1525-1594.2009.00723.x

Stolz M, Gottardi R, Raiteri R, Miot S, Martin I, Imer R et al. Early
detection of aging cartilage and osteoarthritis in mice and patient samples
using atomic force microscopy. Nature Nanotechnology 2009;4(3):186-92.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/nnano.2008.410

METHODS

Sehmisch S, Dullin C, Zaroban A, Tezval M, Rack T, Schmelz U et al. The Use
of Flat Panel Volumetric Computed Tomography (fpVCT) in Osteoporosis
Research. Academic Radiology 2009;16(4):394-400.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.acra.2008.09.017

MODELING

Grosland NM, Shivanna KH, Magnotta VA, Kallemeyn NA, DeVries NA, Tadepalli
SC et al. IA-FEMesh: An open-source, interactive, multiblock approach to
anatomic finite element model development. Computer Methods and Programs in
Biomedicine 2009;94(1):96-107. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cmpb.2008.12.003

Zamani AR, Oyadiji SO. Analytical modelling of Kirschner wires in Ilizarov
circular external fixator as pretensioned slender beams. Journal of the
Royal Society Interface 2009;6(32):243-56.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2008.0251

MUSCLE

Carroll AM, Ambrose AM, Anderson TA, Coughlin DJ. Feeding muscles scale
differently from swimming muscles in sunfish (Centrarchidae). Biology
Letters 2009;5(2):274-7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsbl.2008.0647

Pang YG, Ucuzian AA, Matsumura A, Brey EM, Gassman AA, Husak VA et al. The
temporal and spatial dynamics of microscale collagen scaffold remodeling by
smooth muscle cells. Biomaterials 2009;30(11):2023-31.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.biomaterials.2008.12.064

NEURAL

Levi AD, Green BA, Wang MY, Dietrich WD, Brindle T, Vanni S et al. Clinical
Application of Modest Hypothermia after Spinal Cord Injury. Proceedings of
the 2nd International Brain Hypothermia Symposium; Miami Beach, FL; 2007.

Simon MA, Trimmer BA. Movement encoding by a stretch receptor in the
soft-bodied caterpillar, Manduca sexta. Journal of Experimental Biology
2009;212(7):1021-31. http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.023507

Wakeling JM. Patterns of motor recruitment can be determined using surface
EMG. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology 2009;19(2):199-207.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.09.006

OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY

Buhimschi CS, Sora N, Zhao GM, Buhimschi IA. Genetic background affects the
biomechanical behavior of the postpartum mouse cervix. American Journal of
Obstetrics and Gynecology 2009;200(4).
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajog.2008.11.005

Pirro N, Bellemare M, Rahim M, Durieux O, Sielezneff I, Sastre B et al.
Preliminary results and perspectives for female patient-specific modelling
of the pelvic organs. Pelvi-Perineologie 2009;4(1):15-21.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11608-009-0231-3

ORTHOPAEDICS/SURGERY

Geetha M, Singh AK, Asokamani R, Gogia AK. Ti based biomaterials, the
ultimate choice for orthopaedic implants - A review. Progress in Materials
Science 2009;54(3):397-425. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pmatsci.2008.06.004

Marshall KW, Marshall DL, Busch MT, Williams JP. Osteochondral lesions of
the humeral trochlea in the young athlete. Skeletal Radiology
2009;38(5):479-91. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00256-009-0661-6

Yu XW, Xie XH, Yu ZF, Tang TT. Augmentation of Screw Fixation With
Injectable Calcium Sulfate Bone Cement in Ovariectomized Rats. Journal of
Biomedical Materials Research Part B-Applied Biomaterials 2009;89B(1):36-44http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jbm.b.31184

POSTURE/BALANCE

Lyalka VF, Orlovsky GN, Deliagina TG. Impairment of Postural Control in
Rabbits With Extensive Spinal Lesions. Journal of Neurophysiology
2009;101(4):1932-40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/jn.00009.2008

PROSTHETICS/ORTHOTICS

Neville C, Flemister AS, Houck J. Effects of the AirLift PTTD Brace on Foot
Kinematics in Subjects With Stage II Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction.
Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2009;39(3):201-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2009.2908

ROBOTICS

Fujimoto Y, Imai T, Kawamura A, Asano Y. Control of Biped Walking Robot for
Human Living Environment. Ieej Transactions on Electrical and Electronic
Engineering 2009;4(2):218-30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/tee.20400

Zhao W, Hu Y, Zhang L, Wang L. Design and CPG-based control of biomimetic
robotic fish. Iet Electric Power Applications 2009;3(3):281-93.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1049/iet-cta:20070204

Zhao W, Hu YH, Wang L. Construction and Central Pattern Generator-Based
Control of a Flipper-Actuated Turtle-Like Underwater Robot. Advanced
Robotics 2009;23(1-2):19-43. http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/156855308x392663

SPORT/EXERCISE

Aziz F, Magda G, Cheema FH. Cardiorespiratory, Metabolic, and Biomechanical
Responses During Functional Electrical Stimulation Leg Exercise: Health and
Fitness Benefits. Artificial Organs 2009;33(4):387-.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1525-1594.2009.00774.x

Jones C, Wilson C. Defining advantage and athletic performance: The case of
Oscar Pistorius. European Journal of Sport Science 2009;9(2):125-31.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/17461390802635483

Mendonca GV, Pereira FD. Influence of long-term exercise training on
submaximal and peak aerobic capacity and locomotor economy in adult males
with Down's syndrome. Medical Science Monitor 2009;15(2):CR33-CR9.

Noe F, Amarantini D, Paillard T. How experienced alpine-skiers cope with
restrictions of ankle degrees-of-freedom when wearing ski-boots in postural
exercises. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology 2009;19(2):341-6.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.09.003

TENDON/LIGAMENT

Mehta V, Suri RK, Arora J, Rath G, Das S. Peculiar tendinous origin of the
brachialis muscle: anatomic and clinical insight. Romanian Journal of
Morphology and Embryology 2009;50(1):141-3.

TISSUE/BIOMATERIAL

Corr DT, Gallant-Behm CL, Shrive NG, Hart DA. Biomechanical behavior of scar
tissue and uninjured skin in a porcine model. Wound Repair and Regeneration
2009;17(2):250-9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1524-475X.2009.00463.x

Herdrich BJ, Bermudez DM, Beason DP, Soslowsky LJ, Liechty KW. LENTIVIRAL
MEDIATED IL-10 OVEREXPRESSION PROMOTES SCARLESS WOUND HEALING WITHOUT
AFFECTING WOUND BIOMECHANICS. Wound Repair and Regeneration
2009;17(2):A28-A.

Moldovan L, Sen CK, Moldovan NI. BIOMECHANICAL TENSIONS ORGANIZE
NEOVASCULARIZATION DURING NORMAL SKIN WOUND HEALING. Wound Repair and
Regeneration 2009;17(2):A12-A.

Valdastri P, Tognarelli S, Menciassi A, Dario P. A scalable platform for
biomechanical studies of tissue cutting forces. Measurement Science &
Technology 2009;20(4). http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/0957-0233/20/4/045801

TRAUMA/IMPACT TESTING

Yoganandan N, Pintar FA, Maiman DJ, Philippens M, Wismans J. Neck Forces and
Moments and Head Accelerations in Side Impact. Traffic Injury Prevention
2009;10(1):51-7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15389580802524876

VETERINARY/AGRICULTURAL

Iamaguti P, Iamaguti LS, Sartor R. Acetabular deepening in the treatment of
severe canine hip dysplasia. Pesquisa Veterinaria Brasileira
2009;29(2):163-6.

VISUAL/VESTIBULAR

Andersson M, Wallander J, Isaksson D. Predator perches: a visual search
perspective. Functional Ecology 2009;23(2):373-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2435.2008.01512.x

Fournie P, Galiacy S, Arne JL, Malecaze F. Corneal collagen cross-linking
with ultraviolet-A light and riboflavin for the treatment of progressive
keratoconus. Journal Francais D Ophtalmologie 2009;32(1):1-7.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jfo.2008.11.007

UNIQUE TOPIC

Harbison CW, Jacobsen MV, Clayton DH. A hitchhiker's guide to parasite
transmission: The phoretic behaviour of feather lice. International Journal
for Parasitology 2009;39(5):569-75.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpara.2008.09.014

Levine AJ, MacKintosh FC. The Mechanics and Fluctuation Spectrum of Active
Gels. Journal of Physical Chemistry B 2009;113(12):3820-30.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1021/jp808192w

Llewelyn JS, Phillips BL, Shine R. Sublethal costs associated with the
consumption of toxic prey by snakes. Austral Ecology 2009;34(2):179-84.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1442-9993.2008.01919.x

Pham CK, Carreira GP, Porteiro FM, Goncalves JM, Cardigos F, Martins HR.
First description of spawning in a deep water loliginid squid, Loligo
forbesi (Cephalopoda: Myopsida). Journal of the Marine Biological
Association of the United Kingdom 2009;89(1):171-7.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0025315408002415

Reinholt LE, Burrows AM, Eiting TP, Dumont ER, Smith TD. Brief
Communication: Histology and Micro CT as Methods for Assessment of Facial
Suture Patency. American Journal of Physical Anthropology
2009;138(4):499-506. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ajpa.21001

Scholz H. Intoxicated Fly Brains: Neurons Mediating Ethanol-Induced
Behaviors. Journal of Neurogenetics 2009;23(1-2):111-9.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01677060802471676

Serway CN, Kaufman RR, Strauss R, de Belle JS. Mushroom Bodies Enhance
Initial Motor Activity in drosophila. Journal of Neurogenetics
2009;23(1-2):173-84. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01677060802572895

PICK OF THE WEEK

Riskin DK, Bahlman JW, Hubel TY, Ratcliffe JM, Kunz TH, Swartz SM. Bats go
head-under-heels: the biomechanics of landing on a ceiling. Journal of
Experimental Biology 2009;212(7):945-53.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.026161


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