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Explore the fascinating mechanisms of circadian rhythms in this comprehensive lecture that delves into how your body maintains its internal 24-hour clock and the consequences when this system malfunctions. Discover the fundamental science behind circadian clocks present in all cells and learn how these biological timepieces synchronize with environmental cues like light and behavioral patterns to align internal time with the external world. Examine what occurs when the body clock receives conflicting time signals—a common issue in our modern 24/7 lifestyle—and understand practical strategies for correcting disrupted circadian rhythms. Gain insights into the highly rhythmic nature of our environment and how all life forms have evolved to operate on 24-hour cycles, while exploring the cellular and molecular mechanisms that govern these essential biological processes. Learn from Associate Professor Aarti Jagannath from Oxford University's Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute, who brings expertise from her research on circadian therapeutics and her work translating circadian science into clinical applications.
