Advancing research and awareness about chronobiology in India through collaboration, education, and innovation.
The study of biological rhythms and the mechanisms of biological timekeeping in living organisms.
Circadian rhythms are physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle. These natural processes respond primarily to light and dark and affect most living things, including animals, plants, and microbes.
Chronophysiology examines how timing affects physiological functions. From hormone secretion to metabolism, these processes follow distinct temporal patterns that are essential for optimal health and survival.
Chronomedicine applies chronobiology to medical practice, optimizing treatment timing to enhance efficacy and reduce side effects. This approach recognizes that the body's response to treatments varies with biological rhythms.
Key developments in chronobiology research that have shaped our understanding of biological rhythms.
Jean-Jacques d'Ortous de Mairan discovered that mimosa plants continued their daily leaf movements even when kept in constant darkness, suggesting an internal clock mechanism.
Jürgen Aschoff and Colin Pittendrigh established the fundamental properties of circadian rhythms, including temperature compensation and entrainment.
The period (per) gene was identified in Drosophila, marking the first molecular component of the circadian clock to be discovered.
The discovery of mammalian clock genes including CLOCK, BMAL1, PER, and CRY revolutionized our understanding of molecular mechanisms behind circadian rhythms.
Jeffrey C. Hall, Michael Rosbash, and Michael W. Young were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discoveries of molecular mechanisms controlling circadian rhythms.
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The premier gathering for chronobiology researchers in India featuring keynote speakers, research presentations, and networking opportunities.
Organizers: Indian Society for Chronobiology & AIIMS Delhi
Register NowA one-day workshop exploring the latest applications of chronobiology in medical practice with hands-on training sessions.
Organizers: ISC & Christian Medical College
Learn MoreBringing together healthcare professionals to discuss the importance of biological rhythms in maintaining health and preventing disease.
Organizers: ISC & National Institute of Mental Health
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