Almost every cell has a molecular clock, which controls gene expression on a 24-h cycle, providing circadian rhythmicity. An example of a circadian behaviour common to most organisms is the feeding/fasting cycle, which shapes whole-body metabolism. However, the exact mechanisms by which the clock controls cellular metabolism have only recently become clear. The molecular clock and related metabolic pathways are also key drivers of immunity. Thus, a natural convergence of circadian biology, metabolism, and immunology has emerged to form a new field that we term ‘circadian immunometabolism’. Expanding our understanding of this field will provide insights into chronic conditions such as obesity, cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and arthritis.
Funding
Impact of circadian control in mitochondrial metabolism in Dendritic Cells and their implications in vaccination. | Funder: The National Council of Science and Technology (CONACYT | Grant ID: The National Council of Science and Technology (CONACYT)
Science Foundation Ireland (Career Development Award (17/CDA/4688))
Irish Research Council Laureate Award (IRCLA/2017/110)
Conacyt Award (440823)
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Published Citation
Carroll RG, Timmons GA, Cervantes-Silva MP, Kennedy OD, Curtis AM. Immunometabolism around the clock. Trends Mol Med. 2019;25(7):612-625.