BioClocks UK

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BioClocks UK is a hub for biological rhythms research in the UK, supporting researchers to deliver impact through outreach, training, and community-specific resources.
Our research network meets in person at our bi-annual Clock Clubs where hundreds of academics from around the country come together to share their research, learn new skills, and connect with members of the community- all for free.
#chronobiology #circadianrhythms #researchnetwork
BioClocks UK3d ago
Show threadAndrew MillarMar 13
@bioclocksuk @sundogplanets
And the presidents of chronobiology societies from UK, Europe, US and Canada wrote to FCC together concerning the biological effects of stealing darkness.
BioClocks UK3d ago
We spring forward this weekend, but changing the clocks is increasingly controversial - why?
#circadian #dst #springforward #chronobiology #clockchange #SciComm
BioClocks UKMar 13
Andrew MillarMar 13

Our colleagues in the #Circadian Mental Health Network comment on a research study in Trondheim 🇳🇴, by @lindageddes today in @TheGuardian:

⏬ lowering the blue light in an inpatient psychiatric ward improved the quality of treatment.

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/mar/13/how-the-colour-of-light-could-be-used-to-treat-mental-illness-norway

#mentalhealth #research #architecture #lighting

Out of the blue? How the colour of light could be used to treat mental illness

A psychiatric unit in Norway has been testing its built-in lighting on conditions such as psychosis and depression

The Guardian
BioClocks UKMar 9
Satellites could disrupt circadian rhythms globally. Major projects such as #ReflectOrbital and #SpaceX ‘s plan to put up a million satellites are pushing boundaries, and now is the time for regulators and governments to recognise the effect these projects could have on life everywhere.
International scientific communities urge caution: https://www.bioclocks.uk/news
#Scicomm
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BioClocks UKDec 3

The deadline to register for our upcoming #ClockClub at Nottingham Trent University is fast approaching - get your ticket before the 7th of December!

https://www.bioclocks.uk/event-details/winter-clock-club-2026

#chronobiology

Winter Clock Club 2026 | Bioclocks Uk

Nottingham Trent University

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BioClocks UKNov 13
#Chronobiology is a broad field encompassing virtually all life sciences. Find PhDs, Postdoctoral roles and more on our jobs board:
https://www.bioclocks.uk/group/jobs/discussion
Discussion - Jobs | Bioclocks Uk

Advertise job opportunities here!

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BioClocks UKNov 11
Share your #chronobiology research at the upcoming Clock Club in Nottingham on the 9th of January 2026. Only a few more days until the 14th Nov abstract submission deadline!
Send your abstract here: https://forms.office.com/e/cQDefteB7S
Microsoft Forms

BioClocks UKOct 8
Find out what the UK #chronobiology community has been up to and how we're working to bring science out of the lab in our newsletter:
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BioClocks UKSep 23, 2025
Around the equinox, we see an increased interest in how biological rhythms are affected by light. UK #Chronobiology academics have been communicating the research on this for over a decade now - check out this timeless podcast episode on rhythms: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b06rzd44
#SciComm
BBC Radio 4 - In Our Time, Circadian Rhythms

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss circadian rhythms.

BBC
BioClocks UKSep 16, 2025

As the day shortens you might start to see a change in the behaviour of the little visitors in your garden and local parks. What do you notice?

Nocturnal activity is the result of internal biological rhythms! Learn more through our factsheets: www.bioclocks.uk/factsheets

#SciComm #chronobiology