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Diagram illustrating the influence of dark-light rhythms on circadian rhythms and related physiology and behavior.

Featured Neuroscience

·June 18, 2013·4 min read

Key Protein is Linked to Circadian Clocks, Helps Regulate Metabolism

A new study reveals how the production of p75NTR protein oscillates in time with the body's natural circadian rhythm and how these oscillations help regulate vital metabolic functions. The findings offer an insight into how circadian rhythm helps maintain the body's overall metabolic health.

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Featured Neuroscience

·June 5, 2013·6 min read

Scientists Map the Wiring of the Biological Clock

Researchers report the discovery of a crucial part of the biological clock: the wiring that sets its accuracy to within a few minutes out of the 1440 minutes per day. The wiring uses GABA to connect the individual cells of the biological clock in a fast network which changes strength with the time of day.

Featured Psychology

·May 14, 2012·2 min read

Let There Be Light: It’s Good for Our Brains

EPFL scientists have proven that light intensity influences our cognitive performance and how alert we feel, and that these positive...

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·April 5, 2012·4 min read

Scientists Redraw the Blueprint of the Body’s Biological Clock

Discovery of key link between circadian rhythms and metabolism may lead to new therapies for sleep disorders and diabetes. The...

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·January 10, 2012·3 min read

Disruption of Biological Clocks Causes Neurodegeneration, Early Death

New research at Oregon State University provides evidence for the first time that disruption of circadian rhythms – the biological...

Featured Neuroscience

·December 15, 2010·4 min read

Longdaysin Can Change Biological Clock

A compound named longdaysin can be used to control the biological clock, new research shows. Researchers were able to lengthen...

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