What do you call the study of biological rhythms?

The study of biological rhythms is called “chronobiology.” Chronobiology is a field of biology that examines the natural rhythms and cycles that occur in living organisms. These rhythms can be daily (circadian rhythms), monthly, seasonal, or annual, and they influence various biological processes such as sleep-wake cycles, hormone production, metabolism, and behavior.

Chronobiology explores how these rhythms are generated, synchronized with environmental cues (such as light and temperature), and regulated by internal biological clocks. This field has applications in understanding health and disease, as disruptions to biological rhythms can impact overall well-being and contribute to disorders such as sleep disorders, mood disorders, and metabolic syndromes.