Deep knowledge of my research topic, methods, and outcome was demonstrated in my final presentation and oral defense. Through preparing for my final presentation specificically I was able to understand how to put my findings and content of my research paper in a different form, utilizing visuals as well as various metaphors for biological processes. I needed to make sure that individuals without a scientific background could still understand my project, an example I used to do this I used a car highway metaphor for ion channels in the brain. I showed that I could critically analyze data and I was able to articulate your results clearly. I utlized principles of statistical reasoning in order to put a meaning behind my numbers or data, this also helped individuals even those without a scientific project understand my finfings. The statistical methods also provided a ground for me to make conclusions about my initial hypotheses. For future research projects, this experience might act as a guide, highlighting the significance of careful planning and effective communication. 

I believe that I could apply this to my further learning by implementing effective communication, adaptability, and continuous learning into my future endeavours. I think that learning effective communication will be important in future endeavours because it allows me to communicate my interests and educational pursuits in a clear and concise manner which will foster better understanding and engagement even by those who dont share the same interests and fascinations as me. I also think adaptability will provide a way that I could embrace change instead of fear it in my future pursuits. Adaptability can also let me develop strategies to overcome challenges I may encounter, this will ensure success in future projects. I also think in the future continous learning will provide beneficial as well, this concept will allow me to have an exploratory and curious mindset, looking for ways to learn more and make significant contributions to the scientific community and reach other educational goals I may pursue.

Abstract 

In this work, bang-sensitive fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) are used to examine the possible effects of jaggery ingestion on seizure recovery times. This study closes a gap in the literature about the neurological effects of jaggery by investigating the impact of a natural supplement on epileptic symptoms, specifically seizure recovery times. Because jaggery reduces the generation of inflammatory cytokines, it is a non-centrifugal sugar that is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory qualities. This makes it a possible treatment option for epilepsy. Fruit flies were subjected to four different concentrations of jaggery using a controlled experimental design: 0% (control), 2.5%, and 15%. A vortex mixer was used to create seizures, record them, and measure the amount of time it took for the flies to return to normal activity after their seizure. The significance of the observed variations in recovery times was evaluated using statistical analysis, notably two-sample t-tests. Findings show that there was a distinct concentration-dependent effect in the reduced seizure recovery periods that flies exposed to jaggery showed when compared to control groups. There may be a dose-response relationship because the 15% jaggery concentration group had the greatest reduction in seizure recovery periods.

These results provide evidence for the theory that jaggery or non centrifugal sugar consumption may affect the length of time it takes for bang sensitive Drosophila melanogaster to recover from seizures and may have therapeutic effects for epilepsy. Prospective investigations may examine cross-species comparisons or animal models to corroborate these results and expand on the neurological uses of jaggery. Further research into a larger spectrum of jaggery concentrations may also shed light on the fruitful use of jaggery or NCS as a possible epilepsy treatment. Given the drawbacks and side effects of the available pharmacological treatments for epilepsy, this study emphasizes the need of investigating natural supplements like jaggery as supplementary or alternative therapies. It also emphasizes the importance of tenacity and commitment in scientific research, which advances the continuous search for better epilepsy treatment approaches.