Exploring the dynamics of circadian clocks and their impact on health
Official title: 2025 Chronobiology Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar
Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-11167120 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about a special conference where scientists will share new ideas about how our body's internal clocks affect things like sleep, mental health, and aging, and it's a great chance for both experienced researchers and newcomers to learn and work together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Gordon Research Conferences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Greenwich, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $20,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13NS143290-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11167120 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in the effects of circadian rhythms on health, particularly those with sleep disorders or affective disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by circadian rhythm disorders or those without interest in the biological impacts of circadian dynamics may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the 2025 Chronobiology Gordon Research Conference and the associated Gordon Research Seminar, which will delve into the dynamics of circadian clocks and their physiological implications across various biological scales. The conference will feature presentations of the latest unpublished research, mentorship opportunities for trainees, and discussions on the integration of chronobiology with areas such as mental health, sleep, and aging. Participants will engage with leading scientists and emerging researchers, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange in the field of chronobiology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of circadian rhythms, potentially leading to improved treatments for conditions related to sleep, mental health, and metabolic disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and seminars in chronobiology have successfully advanced the field, indicating that this approach is well-established and beneficial for scientific progress.
Where this research is happening
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Gordon Research Conferences
East Greenwich, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harrington, Mary E — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Harrington, Mary E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.