Scientists discover skin keeps time independent of the brain

A study has now found that a type of opsin known as neuropsin is expressed in the hair follicles of mice and synchronize the skin’s circadian clock to the light-dark cycle, independent of the eyes or brain. Researchers now want to see if skin heals better if it’s exposed to certain types of light.

Source: sciencedaily.com

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