Melatonin, the 'hormone of darkness' is a neuronal hormone secreted by the pineal gland
and other extra pineal sites. Responsible for the circadian rhythm and seasonal behaviour of …

Nonstandard work schedules such as shift work and night work tend to trigger problems for
workers in different areas. To illustrate the diversity of areas affected and the relative interest …

Circadian rhythms and clock gene expressions are regulated by the suprachiasmatic
nucleus in the hypothalamus, and melatonin is produced in the pineal gland. Although the …

Background and Aims Circadian misalignment (CM) leads to metabolic disorder. Metabolic
(dysfunction) associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is a novel definition for fatty liver …

Compelling research has documented how the circadian system is essential for the
maintenance of several key biological processes including homeostasis, cardiovascular …

The analysis of the impact of shift work on occupational health still needs further
contributions. Therefore, we developed this research with the purpose of assessing the …

The circadian clock comprises a cellular endogenous timing system coordinating the
alignment of physiological processes with geophysical time. Disruption of circadian rhythms …

Several features of the modern lifestyle, such as weekly schedules or irregular daily eating
patterns, have become major drivers of global health problems, including non-alcoholic fatty …

Background: Limited epidemiological evidence has suggested a positive relationship
between night shift work and the risk of cancer. Herein, we investigated the prospective …

Objectives In a 24/7 society, the negative metabolic effects of rotating night shift work have
been increasingly explored. This study aimed to examine the association between rotating …