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Waking up to the new science of sleep
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Waking up to the new science of sleep

Scientists are gaining new insights into human sleep physiology by studying animals. Indian researchers, too, are making active contributions.

The beautiful experiment

The beautiful experiment

Designing experiments to avoid bias is the foundation of modern science.

Eyes wide shut

Eyes wide shut

Advances in molecular studies and genetics are helping scientists understand the link between sleep disorders and illnesses.

The Golden Age of sleep research

Animal sleep researchers have been gaining insights into the universality of sleep as a process, with strong hints of its application to human beings.

HARI PULAKKAT

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