Oscillating genes, often referred to in the context of circadian rhythms and other rhythmic biological processes, are genes that exhibit periodic fluctuations in their expression levels over time. These genes are typically involved in regulating various functions within cells and organisms, such as metabolism, hormone release, and other physiological processes. In the case of circadian rhythms, oscillating genes help control the 24-hour cycle of biological activities in response to environmental cues, such as light and temperature.
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