Genetics of Circadian Rhythms and Sleep: Modern Life Battles Ancient Drives and Mother Nature

The Center for Genetic Medicine of Northwestern University welcomes you to attend our Silverstein Lecture Series in November, featuring Fred W. Turek, PhD, Charles E. & Emma H. Morrison Professor of Biology, Departments of Neurobiology & Neurology and Director, Center for Sleep & Circadian Biology, Northwestern University.

Circadian (24-hour) rhythms and the sleep-wake cycle have evolved over millions of years to allow animals to function optimally at different times of the day and night. However, with the emergence of a 24-hour lifestyle, modern humans ignore Mother Nature’s instructions and try to override our internal biological clock and sleep drive.

Dr. Turek will discuss consequences of "fighting the clock", as well as rapid recent advances in understanding the machinery that underlies circadian rhythms and the control of sleep. Learn about the health and safety effects of the battle between modern life and ancient life processes.

Evanston Event
Tuesday, November 19, 6:00 pm
Northwestern University
Abbott Auditorium. Pancoe Life Sciences Pavilion
2200 Campus Drive, Evanston (map)
 
Chicago Event
Wednesday, November 20, 6:00 pm
Northwestern University
Hughes Auditorium, Robert H. Lurie Medical Research Center
303 E. Superior Street, Chicago (map)

RSVP appreciated (though not required) via this form or by calling the Center for Genetic Medicine at 312-503-5600. The events are free and open to the public.

Click here to visit the Silverstein Lecture Series web page.