Matthew A Gomes

Sep 27, 2023 | cell.com | Alexandra Byrne |Byrne A.B |Casey Baker |Matthew A Gomes

Highlights•The HSN neuron elicits acute egg laying and speeding, as well as long-term slowing•HSN controls egg laying and speeding using distinct transmitters and compartments•HSN promotes long-term slowing through serotonin release•HSN serotonin is taken up and re-released by NSM neurons, which drive slowingSummaryAnimals generate a wide range of highly coordinated motor outputs, which allows them to execute purposeful behaviors.