chronobiologies
/ˌkrɑnoʊbaɪˈɑlədʒiz/
noun
- The scientific study of natural cycles and rhythms in living organisms, such as sleep-wake cycles, seasonal changes, and daily biological patterns.
- Advances in chronobiologies have led to better treatments for jet lag and shift work sleep disorder.
- Researchers in chronobiologies examine how the human body responds to changes in daylight throughout the year.
- The university offers a course on chronobiologies to help students understand circadian rhythms in plants and animals.