Caenorhabditis elegans Research Community

The Caenorhabditis elegans Research Community is a global group of scientists who study C. elegans, a tiny, transparent roundworm used as a model organism in biology. This worm is particularly valuable for research because it has a simple structure, a short life cycle, and a fully mapped genome. Researchers use it to explore fundamental biological processes, such as development, genetics, and neurobiology. Discoveries made with C. elegans can help us understand complex systems in higher organisms, including humans, offering insights into health, disease, and aging. The community promotes collaboration and sharing of resources to advance scientific knowledge.