We have trillions of body clocks — a central one in the brain and others in each cell of our body. Here's how they work with light to control our health. When you purchase through links on our site, ...

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Study in mice reveals novel gasping reflex triggered by cells in the lungs when the airway is restricted. There is perhaps no bodily function more essential for humans and other mammals than breathing ...

A night-shift worker finishes at dawn. Their phone says Tuesday, but their body feels like it's Monday. The body's internal ...

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Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi were awarded the prize for research showing how the body regulates its immune responses. By Gina Kolata and Ali Watkins Mary E. Brunkow, Fred ...