Did fruit flies evolve differently in zero gravity?

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A discussion emerged regarding an experiment involving common fruit flies or mayflies aboard the space station to observe their evolution in a microgravity environment. The original inquiry sought updates on the progress or results of this experiment, as well as information on similar studies. Participants in the discussion expressed interest in the implications of such research for understanding evolution in space and the effects of microgravity on biological organisms. The conversation highlighted the significance of studying life forms in space to gain insights into adaptation and evolutionary processes.
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I heard a long time ago (im 18, so perhaps "a long time ago" lacks perspective, I guess I was 12 or something at the time) about an experiment that would have a colony of common fruit flies or mayflies onboard the space station to see how they evolved in a (as good as) zero gravity environment. This recently popped up again in my mind and I would like to know how it is going / how it went, perhaps if anyone know of this or any similar experiment they could redirect me?
 
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