Some Circadian Rhythms Models


You can tinker around with some Java Applets I have of Circadian Rhythms models that are related to my dissertation research. I was studying the effect of shift work on a person's circadian rhythms, and trying to identify the best way to schedule a person's work that least interferes with their body's natural rhythms.

These models were originally created using Stella while at a SCSI (Shodor Computational Science Institute) workshop over the last couple of summers. Those Stella models were then turned into Java Applets with SCSI's help.

Work Related Rhythms Model comparing the rhythms of a shift worker and those of the typical non-working person (the benchmark).
A Different Benchmark Version (without Work Factored in)


Erin McNelis

Last modified: January 2, 2003