THE phenomenon mentioned by Dr. Pirenne is one of several side-effects of our patterns which are being separately investigated because they seem to be distinct from the complementary response.

A central pattern generator (CPG) is a neuronal network in which interconnected excitatory and inhibitory neurons produce an oscillating, rhythmic output in the absence of sensory feedback. CPGs play ...

Freedom of speech is a bellwether: how any society tolerates those with minority, disfavored, or even obnoxious views will often speak to its performance on human rights more generally. In ...

Going to bed earlier and waking in the early morning often matches humans’ natural circadian rhythm, or internal clock, which tends to follow daylight patterns. Most adults need at least 7 hours of ...

Regularly sleeping less than you need can harm your health and safety. Most adults do best with 7 to 9 hours per night. Getting at least 7 hours of sleep may support weight management by affecting ...