Circadian Rhythms: what are they and how do they influence sleep and fatigue ?

The effect of light on circadian rhythms, sleep and fatigue

Diane B. Boivin, MD, PhD, conducts research as an expert in sleep and circadian rhythms disorders since 1986.  

Sleep and sleep disorders > Diane Boivin wrote a fascinating health guide on sleep with a special focus on night shift workers and new mothers

Circadian rhythms disorders: a few tips to sleep better, avoid fatigue caused by night shifts or jet lag

Researchers at the Centre for Study and treatment of circadian rythms.

Investigators at the Centre conduct multidisciplinary research on human circadian rhythms (daily rhythmic events) and sleep.  

Sleep disorders include fatigue created by night shifts, sleep-wake syndrome and jet lag

Nicolas Cermakian is studying the molecular mechanisms underlying circadian rhythms, especially in animal models.

An international team of scientists including two Douglas researchers has discovered what amounts to a molecular reset button for our internal body clock.