The present protocol outlines methods for conducting a large-scale gravitaxis assay with Caenorhabditis dauer larvae. This protocol allows for better detection of gravitaxis behavior compared with a plate-based assay.
Ackley, C., Washiashi, L., Krishnamurthy, R., Rothman, J. H. Large-Scale Gravitaxis Assay of Caenorhabditis Dauer Larvae. J. Vis. Exp. (183), e64062, doi:10.3791/64062 (2022).