Shin Yamazaki

Shin Yamazaki is a Professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, leading the Yamazaki Lab focused on circadian rhythms and chronobiology. Previously, he held academic roles at Vanderbilt University from 2002–2013, including Research Associate Professor in the Biological Sciences Department. His research explores circadian clock mechanisms, food-entrainable oscillators, and neuropharmacological effects on rhythms.

Research Interests: His work investigates circadian clocks in mammals, exploring how light, food, and drugs influence biological timing. Key areas include oscillator networks, metabolic rhythms, and behavioral adaptation to environmental cues.

Publications: Recent studies highlight discoveries in multi-oscillator systems, methamphetamine’s impact on circadian clocks, and microbiota effects on behavior. These findings underscore the complexity of circadian regulation across molecular, cellular, and behavioral levels.

Lab & Collaborations: The lab employs advanced techniques like real-time luminescence monitoring and genetic knockouts to study circadian systems. Collaborations focus on translational research linking circadian biology to health, including metabolism and neurobehavioral disorders.