Journal of Biological Rhythms, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown
Published: Sept. 12, 2024
Rhythmic, daily fluctuations in minute ventilation are controlled by the endogenous circadian clock located suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN). While light serves as a potent synchronizer for SCN, it also influences physiology and behavior activating Brn3b-expressing, intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs). It is currently unclear extent to which external environment shapes ventilatory patterns independent of SCN. To determine relative influence environmental versus timing on organization rhythms ventilation, we used whole-body plethysmography measure breathing mice housed non-entraining T28 cycle (14 h light:14 dark). Using this protocol, found that exhibits ~28-h rhythm with peak at dark onset coincides light:dark animals' locomotor activity. if 28-h was mediated Brn3b-expressing ipRGCs, measured Brn3bDTA under cycle. lack ipRGCs project many non-SCN brain regions. We despite rhythmic cues occurring basis, exhibited 24-h activity, core body temperature consistent The be driven predominantly tidal volume rather than respiratory rate. These data indicate can directly drive way ipRGCs. In addition, these strongly suggest activation principally organizes activity when presented opposition timing.
Language: Английский