Human clock genes

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Rhythmic variations in physiological and behavioural processes are mediated by both endogenous and exogenous factors. Endogenous factors include self-sustaining biological pacemakers or clocks which in the absence of strong external influences self-sustain periodic rhythms in such diverse physiological and psychological processes as core body temperature, food intake, cognitive performance and mood. Clocks with...

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