Summary
This paper discusses the impact of light on the circadian systems of pollinating insects, specifically the jewel wasp, Nasonia vitripennis, and proposes a model for the circadian light input pathway that involves multiple photoreceptors, neurotransmissions, and light-induced core clock gene expressions.
Categories
Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses the circadian systems of insects, which are crucial for their cognitive functions such as navigation and foraging.
Lighting Design Considerations: The study uses different light pulses to study the impact of light on the circadian systems of insects, which could have implications for lighting design in environments where these insects are present.
Well-being: The paper discusses the importance of understanding the impact of light on circadian systems for the well-being of insects, especially in the context of the prevalence of artificial light.
Author(s)
Y Wang, LW Beukeboom, B Wertheim, RA Hut
Publication Year
2023
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