Summary
This paper discusses the taxonomic distribution of opsin families, a group of light-responsive G-protein coupled receptors involved in vision and circadian rhythm, using multiple hidden Markov models (HMMs) to identify opsins in the UniProt Reference Proteomes database.
Categories
Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses opsins, which are involved in vision and circadian rhythm, both of which are important for cognitive function and memory.
Alertness and performance: The paper's discussion of opsins, which play a role in circadian rhythm, is relevant to alertness and performance as these are influenced by our body's internal clock.
Sleep and insomnia: The paper's exploration of opsins, which are involved in circadian rhythm, is relevant to sleep and insomnia as disruptions in circadian rhythm can lead to sleep disorders.
Education and learning: The paper contributes to education and learning by providing new insights into the taxonomic distribution of opsin families, which are involved in vision and circadian rhythm.
Hormone regulation: The paper's discussion of opsins, which are G-protein coupled receptors, is relevant to hormone regulation as these receptors are involved in various hormonal responses.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper's exploration of opsins, which are light-responsive, could have implications for lighting design considerations.
Author(s)
ND Clarke, JS Taylor
Publication Year
2023
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