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Researchers discover second light-sensing system in human eye

Finding enhances understanding of circadian rhythms full story»

$"Even in the absence of external cues — in total darkness — these minuscule protein-based clocks can maintain precision to a small fraction of a day over several weeks," explains Erin O'Shea$

Basic understanding of biological clock advances

Circadian rhythms in a test tube full story»

Peripheral 'Swatch' watches are powerful force in modulating body's circadian rhythms

Discovery that clocks in organs use different genes could affect circadian medicine full story»

Link found between body rhythms and circadian clock, light

Pathway involves input from eyes as well as clock full story»

Are you an 'early bird' or a 'night owl'?

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Circadian rhythms may distinguish Alzheimer's disease

Discovery could lead to treatments for life-changing sleep disturbances full story»