Biological Oscillators

Biological oscillators are natural systems within living organisms that produce regular, repeating patterns of activity or behavior over time, similar to a heartbeat or circadian rhythm (like the sleep-wake cycle). These oscillations result from complex interactions of molecules, cells, and feedback mechanisms that keep time and synchronize biological functions. They help organisms adapt to their environment, regulate processes such as hormone release, sleep, and body temperature, maintaining internal stability and ensuring proper function. Essentially, biological oscillators are the biological “clocks” that coordinate timing within living systems.