Phototransduction by retinal ganglion cells that set the circadian clock
Summary:
This paper discusses the role of light in synchronizing mammalian circadian rhythms and identifies a distinct ganglion cell type in the mammalian retina that is intrinsically photosensitive and may represent the primary photoreceptors for synchronizing the circadian clock to environmental time.
Categories
- Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses the role of light in synchronizing mammalian circadian rhythms, which is a cognitive function.
- Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the role of light in modulating retinal input to the circadian pacemaker, which is involved in hormone regulation.
- Eye health: The paper identifies a distinct ganglion cell type in the mammalian retina that is intrinsically photosensitive.
- Phototherapy: The paper discusses the role of light in synchronizing mammalian circadian rhythms, which is a form of phototherapy.
Author(s)
DM Berson, FA Dunn, M Takao
Publication Year:
2002
Number of Citations:
4337
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