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About Virtual Fly Brain

Virtual Fly Brain (VFB) is an interactive tool for neurobiologists to explore the detailed neuroanatomy, neuron connectivity and gene expression of Drosophila melanogaster. Our goal is to make it easier for researchers to find relevant anatomical information and reagents. We integrate the neuroanatomical and expression data from the published literature, as well as image datasets onto the same brain template, making it possible to run cross searches, find similar neurons and compare image data on our 3D Viewer.

About Virtual Fly Brain: what it is and who builds it, the people and collaborators behind it, the funding that supports it, and how to cite it.

For the underlying platform see Geppetto, and to get in touch see contact us.

What is Virtual Fly Brain?

Virtual Fly Brain (VFB) - an interactive tool for neurobiologists to explore the detailed neuroanatomy, neuron connectivity, and gene …

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How to cite us

Citation information for Virtual Fly Brain including APA, MLA, Chicago, and BibTeX formats. Use these citations when referencing VFB data, …

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Privacy Notice

Virtual Fly Brain Privacy Notice Last updated: May 2026 The Virtual Fly Brain (VFB) project is committed to protecting your privacy and …

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Cookies

Cookies used by Virtual Fly Brain Last updated: May 2026 This page lists the cookies set by www.virtualflybrain.org and the related Virtual …

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Accessibility

Accessibility statement for Virtual Fly Brain Website accessibility statement in line with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile …

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The Virtual Fly Brain Team

Meet the interdisciplinary team behind Virtual Fly Brain based in leading UK institutions. Our collaborative approach brings together …

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Funding

Virtual Fly Brain has been supported by grants from multiple UK research councils and charitable foundations since 2009.

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Collaborators

Collaborators The IIP3D server, Woolz software and client-side tools are developed by* MRC Human Genetics Unit (MRC HGU): Richard Baldock, …

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Contributors

A list of contributors to the VirtualFlyBrain project

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Geppetto

The ultimate neuroscience platform.

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Publications

Publications For more information on the technology behind the VFB website: Robert Court, Marta Costa, Clare Pilgrim, Gillian Millburn, Alex …

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Contact us

Get in touch with the Virtual Fly Brain team for technical support, bug reports, data contributions, collaboration opportunities, or …

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