Understanding how body clocks work together in real life
Official title: A quantitative framework for measuring the coordination of central and peripheral body clocks in humans in the real world
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-10901292 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the body's natural clocks work together in people who work night or rotating shifts, using wearable sensors to track their health and habits, so we can find ways to help them feel better and get their internal clock back on track.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31HL170715-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10901292 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who work night shifts or have rotating work schedules and experience disruptions in their circadian rhythms.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not work shifts or have stable, regular sleep patterns may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how the central and peripheral body clocks interact in individuals, particularly those working night or rotating shifts. By utilizing wearable sensors, the study aims to continuously monitor physiological signals and behavioral patterns to assess circadian rhythm disturbances in real-world settings. The goal is to develop a framework that helps identify strategies for shift workers to restore their internal body clock synchrony, which is crucial for their overall health and well-being.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help shift workers improve their health by providing insights into how to better align their body clocks.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in using wearable technology to monitor circadian rhythms, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weed, Lara — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Weed, Lara
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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.