The PER [purr] and TIM [timm] proteins are partially responsible for this phenomenon, as those proteins form a negative feedback loop.
The PER [purr] and TIM [timm] proteins are partially responsible for this phenomenon, as those proteins form a negative feedback loop. Controlled by the suprachiasmatic nucleus of the hypothalamus, one famous experiment with these was done by French scientist Michel Siffre [mee-SHELL SEE-fra], who lived in a darkened cave for six months, but they are more commonly used to explain the experiences of shift workers and people with jet lag. For 10 points, name these rhythms that can refer to any daily cycle, but are most commonly used to explain sleep patterns.
The PER [purr] and TIM [timm] proteins are partially responsible for this phenomenon, as those proteins form a negative feedback loop.
{Circadian} Rhythms