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circadian

[sur-key-dee-uhn] / sɜrˈkeɪ di ən /


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The study, carried out with Mia Morrell, an NYU graduate student, and Leela Elliott, an NYU undergraduate, may also help scientists better understand biological timing systems such as circadian rhythms.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

However, sleep scientists and medical groups generally argue in favor of permanent standard time, saying it better aligns with human circadian rhythms and reduces health risks.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

“I’ve noticed it makes me very low energy because my circadian rhythm relies on the sunrise to really wake up,” said Hannah M. Le, founder of Buckle Scrunchies, a hair-tie brand.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 6, 2026

Robertson says light pollution is increasing, which affects human circadian rhythms, and the lives of other species.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Heart muscles and circadian rhythms were interesting things to know about, but they were not the most important things, as far as we astronauts were concerned.

From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins