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Biological timing: The dark side of light around the clock

Authors

Anne C Skeldon, Derk-Jan Dijk

Abstract

Curr Biol. 2026 May 18;36(10):R440-R442. doi: 10.1016/j.cub.2026.04.014.

ABSTRACT

Regular 24-hour light-dark cycles are essential for biological time-keeping and the temporal organisation of our brains and bodies. However, access to electricity enables humans to turn lights on as they please, with disruptive effects. A new study in a day-active rodent provides further insight into these effects and raises new questions.

PMID:42150529 | DOI:10.1016/j.cub.2026.04.014

UK DRI Authors

Prof Derk-Jan Dijk

Group Leader

Developing and evaluating new technologies that can measure a person’s sleep and wake patterns at home

Prof Derk-Jan Dijk