Part I of this seven-part volume provides a concise introduction to
essential components of circadian biology, including light,
photoreceptors, circadian clocks, and statistical analysis. Part II
presents protocols and techniques for monitoring and analyzing rhythmic
patterns of several model organisms. Parts III, IV, and V emphasize
the identification of clock genes and protein and RNA expression in
circadian biology. Protocols for in vitro systems comprise Part VI,
and Part VII provides an outline of methods and tips for microscopy
analysis. Circadian biologists at all research levels will realize
tremendous benefit from this extraordinary collection of methods and
protocols for the study of circadian rhythms.