Seasonal Genes & The Science of Fear

The video explores how seasonal changes affect gene expression, particularly in the immune system, influencing the activity of genes related to diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and flu. It suggests that winter might be the best time for vaccinations due to heightened immune responses. Additionally, the video discusses research on fruit flies, revealing that they exhibit fear-like behaviors, which could help understand the biological and evolutionary origins of fear and anxiety in humans.

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