Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: We have evolved a sleep cycle that goes from non-REM to REM sleep and back again, but until now, the biological function of this oscillation was ...

Researchers at the University of Lausanne have identified a novel role for the brain's 'locus coeruleus' in sleep and its disruptions. This brain region facilitates the transition between NREM and REM ...

Daytime “wash cycles” help clear waste from the brain but cause momentary drops in attention after sleepless nights.

A comprehensive review published in Brain Medicine illuminates the intricate connections between gut microbiota and sleep ...

Imagine awakening to find yourself completely unable to move or speak, perhaps feeling intense pressure on your chest, struggling to breathe, or even seeing strange figures in your bedroom. This ...

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