
Longevity Research
Longevity Research

The opportunities for investigating experiments involving psychology and music are limitless—using drosophila melanogaster, or fruit flies, I set out to explore the relationship between longevity and nutrition, and found evidence supporting the benefits of polyphenol-rich substances like balsamic vinegar.

A common question among those who want to achieve a longer lifespan is, "What healthy habits should I adopt?" My questions involve around habits like your sleep schedule or dietary restrictions.
As a performer, I've always been fascinated by the science behind why music is such a universally pleasurable experience. While learning about the neurotransmitters that spark the emotions we feel, like dopamine to happiness, I realized that my next step in my journey in music cognition is to explore how listening to music increases levels of dopamine in listeners.