Aging can be perceived as a degrading force that ultimately leads to death by consuming an organism’s life energy. However different living organisms have unique biological clocks that do not always align with physical time. In this project, we aim to investigate whether daily routines, dictated by the light and dark phases, could influence the rate of aging more than the continuous flow of time. Using alternative time cycles (day lengths), we aim to assess how modified circadian routines affect lifespan, behavior, and molecular clock synchronization in Nothobranchius furzeri. In today’s world, which has long detached from natural light/darkness environments, exploring the potential of alternative day-length scenarios to extend lifespan, by slowing the consumption of life routines, is of key priority.

People:

Motahareh Ehsani