Method relies on the examination of the ear’s mechanics, which is actively modulated by the motility of auditory neurons and reflects the function of mechanosensory proteins these cells comprise [5-7]. Mechanical signatures arising from the motility of the neurons are assayed by measuring the vibrations of the antennal sound receiver in the presence and absence of sound. - [Read Mechanical Tracing of Protein Function in the Drosophila Ear Protocol]
The cytotoxic effect of chemicals upon cells in culture is measured by the change in total cell protein arising from the inhibition of cell proliferation (Kenacid Blue R dye binding method). - [Read The Frame Cytotoxicity Test Kenacid Blue]