April 2020 PMID 32259506

Neuroscience: A Chromatic Retinal Circuit Encodes Sunrise and Sunset for the Brain.

Alyssa M Rivera, Andrew D Huberman

Mentions

22
Peak: 7 in Apr 2020
across 3 sources since Apr 2020

Extended reach

1,784,024
potential audience

Total likes

140

Video views

1,511

Mentions per month

Apr 2020 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall tone reflects interest and appreciation for the research, with examples such as references to the brain's neural circuits responsive to sunrise and sunset, and mentions of the study being highlighted in scientific articles. Phrases like 'excited to see' and references to personal habits demonstrate enthusiasm, while some comments pointing out how many people stare at screens during these times suggest a concern for practical impacts. The tone indicates curiosity about the biological processes and their relevance to everyday life.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions highlight the importance of the study, with some expressing enthusiasm for its implications, indicating general agreement.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high enthusiasm and curiosity about the subject, especially related to natural light and brain function.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include mentions of the research findings, personal reactions, and shared articles, reflecting moderate active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

There is recognition of the potential significance of understanding biological light circuits, but the discussion remains somewhat preliminary in terms of real-world change.

Abstract in brief

  • A new study identifies the retinal circuit responsible for detecting light patterns typical of sunrise and sunset.
  • This circuit sends information to the brain's main circadian clock, which regulates our internal biological rhythms.
  • The subconscious processing of changing sky colors could be crucial for signaling the brain about morning and evening times.

Top posts

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Andrew D. Huberman, Ph.D.
@hubermanlab · X

@PipFoweraker A paper from my lab about another paper (see subtweet above). https://t.co/5eRisWQdqv

Jan 19, 2023 · 31 likes · 2 shares · 1,692,294 followers View post →
A Rooted Life
@TheRootCauseCo · X

Your brain has biological neural circuits dependent on natural light most prominent during sunrise and sunset. Yet many stare into a screen during those crucial hours https://t.co/pNxJsKaaAx

Jun 15, 2022 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 41,679 followers View post →
Sara Patterson
@SaraSPatterson · X

Excited to see our recent @CurrentBiology article highlighted in this great Dispatch from the Huberman lab! Neuroscience: A Chromatic Retinal Circuit Encodes Sunrise and Sunset for the Brain https://t.co/w2ttuzX2VS https://t.co/qRSuykVxjz

Apr 6, 2020 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 558 followers View post →
haziq jual ayam tak cucuk
@Haziqmahmur90an · X

RT @TheRootCauseCo: Your brain has biological neural circuits dependent on natural light most prominent during sunrise and sunset. Yet man…

Jun 15, 2022 · 4 shares · 12,608 followers View post →
karma.wavᵂᴿᴸᴰ
@karmawav · X

@OnChainAlex @hubermanlab Haha lmao.. How did you know? I just did it this morning

Feb 3, 2022 · 10,092 followers View post →
Craig Liebenson
@CraigLiebenson · X

RT @hubermanlab: @PipFoweraker A paper from my lab about another paper (see subtweet above). https://t.co/5eRisWQdqv

Jan 19, 2023 · 2 shares · 8,189 followers View post →

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Sagittarius
@guani_vic · X

RT @hubermanlab: @PipFoweraker A paper from my lab about another paper (see subtweet above). https://t.co/5eRisWQdqv

Jan 20, 2023 · 2 shares · 676 followers View post →
Craig Liebenson
@CraigLiebenson · X

RT @hubermanlab: @PipFoweraker A paper from my lab about another paper (see subtweet above). https://t.co/5eRisWQdqv

Jan 19, 2023 · 2 shares · 8,189 followers View post →
Andrew D. Huberman, Ph.D.
@hubermanlab · X

@PipFoweraker A paper from my lab about another paper (see subtweet above). https://t.co/5eRisWQdqv

Jan 19, 2023 · 31 likes · 2 shares · 1,692,294 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Neuroscience: A Chromatic Retinal Circuit Encodes Sunrise and Sunset for the Brain: Current Biology https://t.co/QzApFKYlgu

Nov 25, 2022 · 3,159 followers View post →
Flux critique
@fluxcritique · X

Mais pourquoi on aime les couchers de Soleil ?

Aug 27, 2022 · 14 followers View post →
✯*:・ misaki ・:*✯ No☢ ❀
@liamisak_ · X

RT @TheRootCauseCo: Your brain has biological neural circuits dependent on natural light most prominent during sunrise and sunset. Yet man…

Jun 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 962 followers View post →
sincerejaee
@sincerejaee · X

RT @TheRootCauseCo: Your brain has biological neural circuits dependent on natural light most prominent during sunrise and sunset. Yet man…

Jun 15, 2022 · 4 shares · 50 followers View post →
haziq jual ayam tak cucuk
@Haziqmahmur90an · X

RT @TheRootCauseCo: Your brain has biological neural circuits dependent on natural light most prominent during sunrise and sunset. Yet man…

Jun 15, 2022 · 4 shares · 12,608 followers View post →
A Rooted Life
@TheRootCauseCo · X

Your brain has biological neural circuits dependent on natural light most prominent during sunrise and sunset. Yet many stare into a screen during those crucial hours https://t.co/pNxJsKaaAx

Jun 15, 2022 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 41,679 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Neuroscience: A Chromatic Retinal Circuit Encodes Sunrise and Sunset for the Brain: Current Biology https://t.co/QzApFKYlgu

May 25, 2022 · 3,159 followers View post →
karma.wavᵂᴿᴸᴰ
@karmawav · X

@OnChainAlex @hubermanlab Haha lmao.. How did you know? I just did it this morning

Feb 3, 2022 · 10,092 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Neuroscience: A Chromatic Retinal Circuit Encodes Sunrise and Sunset for the Brain - PubMed https://t.co/tuOXeKjA2h

Feb 20, 2021 · 3,159 followers View post →
AnonRere
@AnonRere · X

Neuroscience: A Chromatic Retinal Circuit Encodes Sunrise and Sunset for the Brain https://t.co/BKqr8SV6C5 #biology #cell

Apr 13, 2020 · 2,207 followers View post →
Clare Gamlin
@ClareGamlin · X

RT @SaraSPatterson: Excited to see our recent @CurrentBiology article highlighted in this great Dispatch from the Huberman lab! Neuroscien…

Apr 7, 2020 · 5 shares · 135 followers View post →
ChronoBeforeBlueSky
@R_Dallmann · X

RT @SaraSPatterson: Excited to see our recent @CurrentBiology article highlighted in this great Dispatch from the Huberman lab! Neuroscien…

Apr 6, 2020 · 5 shares · 951 followers View post →
Olivier Marre
@RetinaGeek · X

RT @SaraSPatterson: Excited to see our recent @CurrentBiology article highlighted in this great Dispatch from the Huberman lab! Neuroscien…

Apr 6, 2020 · 5 shares · 694 followers View post →
Christian Puller @christianpuller.bsky.social
@ChristianPuller · X

RT @SaraSPatterson: Excited to see our recent @CurrentBiology article highlighted in this great Dispatch from the Huberman lab! Neuroscien…

Apr 6, 2020 · 5 shares · 561 followers View post →
S. Hattar-all things political
@shattar0429 · X

RT @SaraSPatterson: Excited to see our recent @CurrentBiology article highlighted in this great Dispatch from the Huberman lab! Neuroscien…

Apr 6, 2020 · 5 shares · 1,253 followers View post →
Sara Patterson
@SaraSPatterson · X

Excited to see our recent @CurrentBiology article highlighted in this great Dispatch from the Huberman lab! Neuroscience: A Chromatic Retinal Circuit Encodes Sunrise and Sunset for the Brain https://t.co/w2ttuzX2VS https://t.co/qRSuykVxjz

Apr 6, 2020 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 558 followers View post →
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