Circadian Rhythms

Molecular path from internal clock to cells controlling rest and activity revealed

7 Feb 2012

The molecular pathway that carries time-of-day signals from the body's internal clock to ultimately guide daily behavior is like a black box, says a researcher. Now, new research is taking a peek inside, describing a molecular pathway and its inner parts that connect the well-known clock neurons to cells governing rhythms of rest and activity in fruit flies.

How to master your body clock

7 Feb 2012

Want to lose those last few kilos, perform at your peak physically and mentally, or simply recover better from illness? The secret could be to tap into your body's hidden rhythms.

Molecular Path from Internal Clock to Cells Controlling Rest and Activity Revealed in Penn Study

6 Feb 2012

Now, new research from the Sehgal lab is taking a peek inside, describing a molecular pathway and its inner parts that connect the well-known clock neurons to cells governing rhythms of rest and activity in fruit flies. Sehgal is also an investigator with the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.