Madelen M. Díaz

The paper identifies novel clock neuron subtypes in Drosophila that regulate sleep timing through distinct projection patterns and a common receptor.

The paper shows that network communication is important for Drosophila circadian rhythms, with specific neuron groups relying on it for period determination.

The paper identifies a light-mediated pathway in Drosophila that uses PDF-releasing lLNv neurons to adjust circadian rhythms to long day conditions.

The paper identifies a novel AstC/AstC-R2 signaling pathway in Drosophila that modulates evening locomotor activity under short photoperiods.

This paper identifies a circadian output circuit in Drosophila that regulates sleep-wake arousal threshold by connecting circadian neurons to homeostatic sleep centers.