The free-running property of circadian clocks is needed to tolerate changing photoperiods

Current Biology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Andrew F. Schober, Caroline M. Holmes, Stephanie Palmer, Michael J. Rust
DOI: 10.1016/j.cub.2026.01.066
Cited by: 1
References: 46

Abstract

Our work establishes a genetic model system to study how environmental pressures led to the evolution of circadian rhythms.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Circadian rhythm and melatonin Spaceflight effects on biology Sleep and Wakefulness Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Current Biology
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
36
Issue
6
Pages
1548–1555.e5
Publication date
25 February 2026
Language
EN