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In a time of advanced bioengineering and gene-editing technologies, it might seem surprising that one of the most important organisms in genetic research is the fruit fly. Drosophila melanogaster has been a popular model organism in laboratories for over a century, and despite advancements in CRISPR technology and new sequencing methods, the fruit fly has maintained a significant role in genetic research. But why?

Influencer and tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson set a bold goal four years ago: to redefine how we approach health and aging. He developed a system that radically alters his diet, sleep, and exercise routines in an effort to reverse his biological age. Johnson is now years into his one-man project, Blueprint, which includes taking over 110 pills per day, undergoing light and sound therapies, and following a strict sleep regimen—all guided by real-time data and a team of specialized doctors.

Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that slowly erodes memory and cognitive function, has long been one of the most formidable challenges in medicine. With a rapidly growing patient population in the U.S., the impact of Alzheimer’s disease is profound and far reaching.