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    In mammalian physiology, adipose tissue has many important roles, including in energy storage, metabolism, lactation and non-shivering thermogenesis.

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    The endocrine pancreas is composed of clusters of cells, or islets, which secrete endocrine factors important for systemic metabolism, including insulin and glucagon.

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    In this article series, Nature Reviews Endocrinology examines the mechanisms linking circadian rhythms with endocrinology and metabolism, and the implications of circadian dysrhythmia for diseases of the endocrine system.

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