This book is a concise comprehensive and up-to-date account of fundamental concepts and
potential applications of biological timekeeping mechanisms in animals and humans. It also
discusses significant aspects of the organization and importance of timekeeping mechanisms in
both groups. Divided into seven sections it addresses important aspects including fundamental
concepts animal and human clocks clock interactions clocks and metabolism and immune
functions pineal melatonin and timekeeping and clocks photoperiodism and seasonal
behaviours. The book also focuses on biological clock applications in a 24x7 human society
particularly in connection with life-style associated disorders like obesity and diabetes. It
is a valuable resource for advanced undergraduates researchers and professionals engaged in
the study of the science of biological timekeeping.
