Melatonin brain function, artwork
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Melatonin brain function, artwork
Melatonin brain function. Artwork showing how the hormone melatonin (blue spheres) is secreted in the brain and helps to control the bodys biological clock. The human brain is shown here in a womans head. Melatonin is produced naturally by the pineal gland (purple). Secreted at night, melatonin helps induce sleep and set the biological rhythm of the body. This dependence on light is shown by light entering the eyes (left), and by the arrow (centre) showing the melatonin secretion signal sent by the optic nerve to the pineal gland to once darkness has fallen
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Endocrine System Endocrinology Hormonal Hormone Hormones Light Melatonin Night Physiological Physiology Pineal Gland Profile Secretion Sleep Bio Chemistry Biochemical Brain Neurological Neurology
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This artwork titled "Melatonin Brain Function" beautifully illustrates the intricate relationship between the hormone melatonin and our brain's control over our body's biological clock. The print showcases a side view of a woman's head, with her brain taking center stage. The artist skillfully portrays the pineal gland, responsible for producing melatonin, as a vibrant purple sphere nestled within the brain. The significance of melatonin in regulating sleep patterns is emphasized through its depiction as blue spheres being secreted throughout the brain. As night falls, light enters through the eyes on the left side of the image, triggering an intricate process where signals are sent via optic nerves to stimulate melatonin secretion by the pineal gland. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder of how crucial light exposure is in maintaining our body's natural rhythm. By inducing sleep and synchronizing our internal clock with external cues like darkness, melatonin plays an essential role in promoting healthy sleep patterns and overall well-being. Through this visually stunning representation, viewers gain insight into both anatomical structures and physiological processes at work within us. This print from Science Photo Library not only celebrates human biology but also highlights how art can effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to a wider audience.
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