Night shift metabolism: does sex matter?
NCT ID NCT07441265
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether being male or female changes how the body handles hunger and blood sugar when sleep and eating are out of sync, like during night shifts. Researchers will compare 36 healthy adults in a controlled lab setting. Results could lead to personalized shift schedules to reduce health risks.
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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