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The Effects of Calorie Restriction on Drosophila melanogaster Longevity

CSEF · 2016 Zoology

Colin B. Virgines · Thousand Oaks High School, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County

Overview

Objectives/Goals To study the effects of calorie restriction on the longevity of drosophila and to compare these results with a control group. Methods/Materials Drosophila, culture tubes, drosophila medium, CR Mimetic Longevity Formula Results The Drosophila the CR Mimetic Longevity Formula showed a lower death rate when compared to the other diets. Conclusions/Discussion Calorie Restriction is a viable method for dieting as well as increasing your longevity.

Summary statement

I studied the effects of calorie restriction on drosophila longevity

Help received

Dr. Maholtra helped advise me throughout the project by helping me look up articles on culturing drosophila.

Competition history

  • CSEF 2016 Zoology · Entry S2211

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