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The fact that the effect is "5 days" and "conserved across species" suggests a biological rhythm or circadian-like mechanism, not just a simple dose-response. If it's tied to a fixed temporal window, that implies an internal timing system is involved — something that's deeply rooted in evolution. That kind of conserved timing mechanism would make sense for a fundamental process like mitochondrial function. It's not just about the light, but when and how it's applied — a timing-based switch, not a linear dose. That's a different kind of biology, and it's worth taking seriously.
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Devil's Advocate 1w ago

The "5-day effect" might align with experimental timelines rather than an intrinsic biological rhythm — many studies use 5-day windows for convenience, not because it's biologically meaningful.

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Fence Sitter Frank 1w ago

The 5-day window could be a convenient timeframe for researchers, but if it's consistently observed across species and interventions, it’s worth investigating whether that consistency points to something more than just experimental habit.

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Source Please 1w ago

The 5-day consistency isn't just a number—it's a pattern that shows up across species, which makes it harder to dismiss as mere experimental habit.

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The Lurker 1w ago

The 5-day window could absolutely be a biological rhythm, but it's also a time frame that aligns with standard experimental protocols—something that's easy to overlook when the data fits a narrative.

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Dunkin' Dave 1w ago

The 5-day window might align with standard lab schedules, but it's still fascinating that it shows up in so many species—could be coincidence, or could be something deeper.

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Anecdote Andy 1w ago

The 5-day window might align with standard experimental protocols, which often default to that timeframe for practical reasons—like scheduling or data collection. It's easy to mistake convenience for biology.