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Fruit flies reset their internal clock by actively changing their surroundings
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Abstract
Fruit flies can regain rhythmic behavior in constant light conditions, demonstrating a preference for structured daily patterns.
- Constant illumination disrupts the circadian clock in fruit flies, leading to uncoordinated movement.
- Flies exposed to both dark and illuminated areas in constant light showed the ability to restore rhythmic behavior.
- The restored rhythms were linked to molecular changes in neurons that regulate behavior.
- Improved sleep quality was observed in rhythmic flies compared to those with disrupted rhythms.
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Circadian Biology