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Study identifies ‘visual system’ protein for circadian rhythm stability

December 28, 2023 by

Scientists have identified a protein in the visual system of mice that appears to be key for stabilizing the body's circadian rhythms by buffering the brain's response to light. The finding advances efforts to better treat sleep disorders and jet lag, the study authors say.

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