Researchers, led by a University neurophysiologist, found that aging results in a significant reduction in sensitivity to light in the part of the brain that controls circadian rhythms, known as the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN). The breakthrough could help target treatments that aim to improve both physiological and behavioural circadian clock ‘re-setting’ in older people. Dr […]
Source: Research shows why we struggle to get good night’s sleep as we get older – ScienceBlog.com
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