Abstract
Coordinated timing of circadian clocks is thought to be crucial for optimal energy homeostasis. In this issue of Cell Metabolism, Xu et al. (2008) explore the fruit fly as a model system to examine the links between clocks, feeding, and metabolism.
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Biological Clocks / physiology*
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Circadian Rhythm / physiology*
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Drosophila Proteins / genetics
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Drosophila Proteins / metabolism
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Drosophila melanogaster / physiology*
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Energy Metabolism
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Feeding Behavior / physiology*
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Homeostasis
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Humans