How the body's internal clock affects stress responses
Mechanisms underlying circadian gating of stress responses
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE · NIH-11091328
This study looks at how our body's internal clock affects how we handle stress throughout the day, using a plant called Arabidopsis to help figure out the science behind it, which could eventually help people manage stress better.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (RIVERSIDE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11091328 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the circadian clock influences the way organisms, including humans, respond to stress at different times of the day. By studying the model plant Arabidopsis, the researchers aim to uncover the mechanisms that regulate stress tolerance through the timing of gene expression and protein interactions. The study employs a combination of genetics, genomics, and molecular biology techniques to identify key regulators involved in this process. Understanding these mechanisms could lead to better management of stress-related conditions in humans.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals with stress-related health conditions that exhibit symptoms influenced by circadian rhythms.
Not a fit: Patients with acute stress responses or those whose conditions are not influenced by circadian rhythms may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for stress-related diseases by optimizing timing in therapeutic interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding circadian rhythms and their impact on health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
RIVERSIDE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE — RIVERSIDE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: NAGEL, DAWN H — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RIVERSIDE
- Study coordinator: NAGEL, DAWN H
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.
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