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Featured Neuroscience

·July 30, 2015·3 min read

Neuronal Plasticity and the Changing Seasons

A new study enhances understanding of the mechanisms vital to the regulation of the circadian system.

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Featured Neuroscience

·January 16, 2015·3 min read

Is it Possible to Reset Our Biological Clocks?

Glucocorticoids could help synchronize circadian rhythm, a new study reports.

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Featured Genetics

·December 23, 2014·2 min read

Researcher Discovers a Way to Control Internal Clocks

Researchers discover REV-ERB plays a key role in circadian rhythm regulation.

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Featured Genetics

·November 20, 2014·3 min read

Unwinding the Mysteries of the Cellular Clock

Enhancers control the expression of genes, a new study reports.

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·September 30, 2014·3 min read

Scientists Pinpoint Biological Clock’s Synchronicity

Researchers discover how LNvs neurons synchronize at specific times to help regulate circadian rhythm.

Featured Neuroscience

·January 2, 2014·2 min read

Want a Good Night’s Sleep in the New Year? Quit Smoking

A new study reports smoking disrupts the circadian rhythm in both the brain and lungs.

Featured Neurology

·November 25, 2013·4 min read

Breaking the Brain Clock Predisposes Nerve Cells to Neurodegeneration

Researchers discover the expression of certain clock genes plays a critical role in delaying the emergence of age-related signs in the brain.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·July 1, 2013·5 min read

It’s About Time: Disrupted Internal Clocks Play Role in Disease

Researchers link disrupted sleep and circadian rhythm as risk factors for alcoholic liver disease.

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Featured Neuroscience

·June 20, 2013·4 min read

The Link Between Circadian Rhythms and Aging

Researchers find the SIRT1 gene, which is commonly associated with aging, also helps regulate circadian rhythm.

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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.