Chronobiology is the study of biological rhythms and how they are influenced by external factors such as light, temperature, and social cues. This field of research focuses on understanding the timing of physiological processes, behaviors, and metabolic cycles in living organisms. Chronobiology examines how these rhythms are generated and synchronized, as well as how disruptions to these rhythms can impact health and wellbeing. Research in chronobiology has important implications for understanding sleep disorders, mood disorders, and the best timing for medication administration.