Work

Revised models still do not show evidence for motivational trade-offs modulating nociception in bees

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: • We examine revised models and new data looking at motivational trade-offs in bees. • We find that the models are overfitted and no evidence of a negative interaction. • We recommend better design and clear aversive stimuli to test trade-offs.

Source: Animal Behaviour

DOI: 10.1016/j.anbehav.2025.123457

Authors: Jenny Read, Vivek Nityananda

Institution: Newcastle University

Language: English

Topic: Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior

Subfield: Genetics

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,740

Funders: Leverhulme Trust, Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council