Clocks & Sleep (ISSN 2624-5175) is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed, open access journal publishing original research covering all aspects of biological rhyth
β° Burnout may be a disorder of the biological clock.
This review links burnout to altered cortisol patterns, disrupted melatonin secretion, and circadian misalignment, highlighting the biological impact of chronic occupational stress.
π doi.org/10.3390/clockssleep7β¦#Chronobiology
The Science of When π
Research in dancers found:
β’ Later chronotypes perform worse early in the morning
β’ Morning exercise improves cognitive performance
β’ Regular training may help the brain adapt to circadian challenges
Timing matters!
πmdpi.com/2624-5175/7/1/7#Sleep
π Weekday and weekend light exposure patterns may shape adolescent sleep rhythms differently.
βοΈSignificant differences in the timing and spectral composition of light exposure between weekdays and weekends
π doi.org/10.3390/clockssleep8β¦#SleepResearch#CircadianRhythms
We are pleased to welcome Prof. Dr. Yvonne de Kort to the Editorial Board of @ClocksSleep!
Her pioneering research on light, circadian rhythms, sleep, alertness, and human-centered technology brings invaluable expertise to the journal.
Welcome aboard!
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π΄ Can major societal events disrupt sleep at a population level?
This paper introduces the concept of βpublic sleepβ β exploring how elections, pandemics, DST changes, conflicts, and sports events may collectively shape sleep patterns. ππ§
doi.org/10.3390/clockssleep8β¦#PublicHealth
Excited to welcome Prof. Dr. Kathryn Jean Reid to the Editorial Board of @ClocksSleep!
Her research explores sleep & circadian rhythms π§ and their links to cardiometabolic & cognitive health across diverse populations, including shift workers & aging adults.
Welcome!
Can herbal medicine rival melatonin for better sleep? π
A randomized controlled trial shows Ashwagandha melatonin delivers the strongest improvements in sleep quality and efficiency in adults.
Read more: mdpi.com/2624-5175/8/2/15#SleepResearch#ClinicalTrial#Neuroscience
Sleep position matters more than expected π΄
A new study shows a vibrotactile wearable can reduce supine sleep from 56% β‘οΈ 7.8%βwithout harming sleep quality.
A promising step for non-invasive sleep apnea management.
π doi.org/10.3390/clockssleep8β¦#SleepApnea#DigitalHealth