A new clinical trial from Mass General Brigham found that a drug approved for other indications helped early morning shift workers with shift work disorder stay more alert.
Circadian desynchrony from jet lag disrupts sleep and metabolism, with metabolism recovering faster than sleepiness and brain clock alignment.
The men experienced serious skin reactions and mouth ulcers after taking drugs indicated for narcolepsy. They had been hoping for cognitive enhancement.
The fellowship acknowledges his research on circadian rhythms, including the effects of blue light on sleep cycles and the implications of circadian misalignment on metabolism and inflammation.
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Surprisingly, one factor affecting how well a person sleeps is their sex. But there’s still a lot we don’t know about how men and women differ.
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A new review reveals significant differences in sleep patterns and circadian rhythms between men and women, impacting their metabolism and overall health.
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A study analyzing data from over 7,000 individuals over 30 years found that nonstandard work schedules in early adulthood are linked to poorer health outcomes
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Axsome Therapeutics prepares to read out a phase 3 trial for narcolepsy drug candidate AXS-12 and initiate a new pivotal trial for solriamfetol in shift work disorder this quarter.
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Previous research suggests melatonin could help these workers’ glucose tolerance and heart health. This led scientists to investigate melatonin’s broader effects on the body.
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A study investigates the correlation between atypical work patterns and their effects on sleep quality and quantity.
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The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute is inviting proposals for new studies and projects through 10 funding opportunities, with up to $100 million in opportunities focused on sleep health.
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Axsome Therapeutics details anticipated milestones for investigational drugs for narcolepsy and excessive daytime sleepiness associated with shift work disorder.
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A new study reveals that working night shifts significantly increases the likelihood of developing sleep disorders, with certain demographics at higher risk.
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The internal clocks of grizzly bears appear to keep ticking through hibernation, giving the bears some energetic benefit, according to a Washington State University-led study.
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Researchers found that circadian rhythm-disrupting behaviors, including shift work, have an adverse effect on blood pressure regulation.
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Scientists have uncovered why night shift work is associated with changes in appetite.
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A new analysis of pilot studies on night shift naps revealed the ideal napping strategy that might help counteract drowsiness and fatigue during a 16-hour overnight duty—and the findings can also benefit new parents.
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The funding opportunity concentrates on sleep health with an emphasis on high-need or underserved populations, such as shift workers and individuals with multiple chronic conditions.
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