Rapid eye movements in sleeping mice match where they are looking in their dreams, new research finds

Why your eyes move during the REM stage of sleep has puzzled scientists for years. Researchers measured mice brains to look for a possible explanation.

Massimo Scanziani, Professor of Physiology, University of California, San Francisco • conversation
Aug. 25, 2022 • ~6 min

Sensor detects Parkinson’s during sleep

A new sensor that passively monitors breathing during sleep can not only detect Parkinson's, but also track the progression of the disease over time.

Mark Michaud-Rochester • futurity
Aug. 24, 2022 • ~6 min

Just 1 hour of lost sleep saps our generosity

New research links lack of sleep to reduced generosity, suggesting a link between lost rest and broad social problems.

Robert Sanders-UC Berkeley • futurity
Aug. 24, 2022 • ~10 min

Tiredness can change how generous you are – new research

A new study found the amount of sleep you had last night can even overwhelm people who have a tendency for kindness.

Laura Boubert, Principal Lecturer in Psychology, University of Westminster • conversation
Aug. 23, 2022 • ~6 min

Americans are taking a lot less sleep medication

The use of medication to treat sleep trouble has fallen dramatically in the US in recent years, research finds.

U. Florida • futurity
Aug. 17, 2022 • ~7 min

Do animals dream? This evidence says yes

Animals really do dream, according to a new book on the science of consciousness. Hear a podcast interview with the author.

U. Chicago • futurity
July 25, 2022 • ~2 min

The right amount sleep sets kids up best for kindergarten

A bedtime routine in which kids sleep for at least 10 hours a night, even before school begins, can help them get ready for kindergarten, a new study shows.

Mary Campbell-Penn State • futurity
July 22, 2022 • ~6 min

Mattress uses heat and cold to trick the body into sleep

A new mattress and pillow system uses heating and cooling to tell your body it's time to go to sleep.

Nat Levy-UT Austin • futurity
July 21, 2022 • ~5 min

Inflammation may link Alzheimer’s risk and bad sleep

New research digs into the way brain inflammation may link Alzheimer’s risk and sleep disturbance. It could help with earlier detection of the disease.

Pat Harriman-UC Irvine • futurity
July 19, 2022 • ~6 min

Solving Problems with Sleep Expressions
VOA Learning English • voa
July 16, 2022 • ~5 min

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