Uncovering How Drosophila Research is Driving Innovative Drug Discovery
Join Prof. Ruben Artero as he reveals how fruit fly research is shaping the future of biomedical science and drug development.
About the Speaker
Prof. Ruben Artero is a leading researcher in Drosophila-based drug discovery, pioneering approaches that translate basic research into therapeutic applications.
What You'll Learn
- How Drosophila models accelerate drug discovery
- Success stories from fly-to-drug pipelines
- The future of model organism research
- Opportunities for African researchers
Why This Matters
Drosophila research offers a cost-effective, rapid approach to understanding disease mechanisms and testing potential treatments ā making it particularly valuable for advancing research in Africa.
Part of the INSTAL Africa webinar series - Building a Sustainable Ecosystem for Fundamental Research and Innovation in Rwanda.
