In week 2 of our 8-week RODeo mice experiment series, the competition on the rotaod heated up. Nine mice faced off on the rotating rod to test whether Urolithin A (URO) or Rifampicin (RIF) could boost endurance.

Would the reigning champions hold their ground, or would a new contender be crowned the big cheese? Let’s dive into the action.

Round 2 Roundup

The stage was set for another high-octane test:

• Nine fearless mice

• Two life-extending compounds: Urolithin A (URO) & Rifampicin (RIF)

• One rotating rod

• Better wifi so viewers could see the whole stream (thanks, Elon Mousk)

The Crowd’s Picks

Before the RODeo began, PhDegens locked in their predictions on Hedgehog Markets.

Which mouse would stay on the rod the longest? Let’s see who they picked.

The community was all in on a repeat performance from Lionel Mousey, with an 89.7% chance of winning. Alex Rodriguez, with his raw talent, came in as the second pick with 4.5% odds of winning.

So… how did the cheese crumble?

Who Ruled the Rod: Week 2 Results

The results delivered a mix of triumphs and surprises:

Overall Winner: Lionel Mousey clinched victory once again, extending his reign as the king of the rotarod. He ruled the rod for so long that it actually stopped spinning. This legend clocked the same average time on the rod as week 1, a testament to his consistency. Top 3 in Total Seconds on the Rod:

1. Lionel Mousey (URO): 901 seconds

2. Alex Rodentriguez (Control): 882 seconds

3. Mice Jordan (RIF): An impressive leap to 818 seconds, up from 686 seconds in Week 1.

Compound Insights:

The control mice improved by an average of 44.9% — not bad for raw talent.

The Rifampicin group showed the greatest overall improvement, with a 48.7% boost in performance.

• Mousain Bolt showed modest gains.

• Mice Jordan delivered a dramatic “hockey stick” performance, clearly unlocking a new level in his game.

• And Lemice Hamilton didn’t look as strong as he did in week 1. Maybe next week, little buddy.

While Lionel Mousey solidified his status as RODeo champ, his performance gains were offset by the notable decline of his teammate Elon Mousk. He (and his performance) continued to fall from a total of 307 seconds in Week 1 on the rod to just 204 seconds in Week 2.

What’s Next: Save the Dates & Stay in the Know

The RODeo isn’t over yet—this was just Week 2 of our 8-week ride.

Round 3 is coming in hot. Lock in your predictions now and join us live as our mice go another round on the rod. Plus, some special guests are dropping in — the pump.science Drug Devs— who will share alpha on the next compounds coming to the platform. Don’t miss a future rodeo! Check out the full dates below and subscribe to our calendar to stay updated.

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