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Phase Organization in SCN: Mastering Circadian Rhythms

Phase Organization in SCN: Mastering Circadian Rhythms

Professor Myung explores the SCN’s role as the mammalian master clock. Cells in the SCN exhibit spontaneous synchronization while maintaining distinct phase gaps, enabling effective circadian organization.

Unlike simple systems, SCN synchronization ensures diverse phase arrangements, orchestrating body-wide rhythms through retinal input and maintaining coordination among independent cellular clocks.

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Circadian Clocks: Mastering Your Body’s Natural Rhythm

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