Circadian Rhythms

Discovering chemicals that affect plant circadian rhythms could improve crop yields – bringing us a step closer to ‘chronoculture’

In times of remote communication and notorious connection problems, how do we empathise with each other through the curtain of technology when non-verbal cues are missing?

Unlike us, plants can’t head to the fridge for a midnight snack, but a new study shows they sense time at dusk to conserve energy produced from sunlight during the day

Ethylene is famous as the chemical that tells bananas to ripen, but new research shows it also helps maintain plants’ circadian clocks

Our circadian rhythms refuse to be ruled by daylight savings, which is why things may still feel off-kilter a week after the switch

While artificial lighting keeps out streets safe at night, urban planners need consider the impact of “light trespass”, on our health