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Biological Clocks - Clockwork Genes: Discoveries in Biological Time | DVD

Also With: Dr. Michael Rosbash (Narrator), Dr. Joseph S. Takahashi (Narrator)

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Howard Hughes Medical Institute

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Researchers are making groundbreaking discoveries in understanding the molecular basis of circadian clocksthe internal timekeepers that govern fluctuations in behavior and physiology on a 24-hour cycle. In four lectures, Dr. Michael Rosbash and Dr. Joseph S. Takahashi explain what circadian clocks are, how they work, and what relevance this knowledge might have for human health. They describe the techniques that led to their discoveries of the genes, proteins, and other components that make up these complex biological pacemakers. The scientists use animations to illustrate complex concepts and answer questions from their student audience. DVD includes detailed chapter search by scientific topic, direct access to animations, English subtitles, speakers biographies and interviews, and ideas for classroom activities. Presented at HHMIs 2000 Holiday Lectures on Science. Lecture time approx. 240 min. DMM

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