Circadian clock proteins regulate neuronal redox homeostasis and neurodegeneration

Jun 29, 2019The Yale journal of biology and medicine

How Changing BMAL1 Affects the Brain's Internal Clock and Behavior

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Abstract

Bmal1 is the only single circadian clock gene essential for rhythmic gene expression in mammals.

  • Disruptions in circadian clock function may be linked to human mood disorders.
  • Genetic manipulation of Bmal1 in mice could provide insights into depression-like behaviors.
  • Various approaches to altering Bmal1 expression affect the brain's master circadian pacemaker.
  • Changes in Bmal1 expression may impact circadian rhythms in other brain regions.
  • Manipulating Bmal1 is associated with alterations in both circadian and mood-related behaviors.

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