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Suprachiamastic Nucleus (Barbiturates)

from Circadian Rhtyhms Sleep Disorders by Marco "uBiK" Bonini

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the suprachiasmatic nucleus is a tiny region on the brain's midline, situated directly above the optic chiasm. it is responsible for controlling circadian rhythms. the neuronal and hormonal activities it generates regulate many different body functions in a 24-hour cycle, using around 20,000 neurons. cone-shaped and the size of a grain of rice, interacts with many other regions of the brain. it contains several cell types and several different peptides (including vasopressin and vasoactive intestinal peptide) and neurotransmitters.

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from Circadian Rhtyhms Sleep Disorders, released May 31, 2012
barbiturates cause drowsiness and have actions similar to alcohol in that they have a rebound effect and inhibit rem sleep, so they are not used as a long-term sleep aid

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Marco "uBiK" Bonini Rome, Italy

uBiK is a solo project by Marco Bonini - avant-jazz trained guitarist, inspired by hypnagogic ambient music. His primary source materials are real time processed field recordings and filtered electric guitars using softwares such as Ableton Live and Max/Msp. He uses a wide array of guitar sounds to create a highly textural intense music, taking cues from drone, noise and musique concrete. ... more

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