Why do we spend roughly one-third of our lives asleep?

Sleep is not merely passive rest. It is an active biological process that supports health and well-being, influencing everything from DNA repair and brain health to emotional resilience and social cohesion.

The New Science of Sleep explores the growing body of research and how we can apply that science in everyday life.

To learn more about the ideas that inspired this website, listen to this short audio presentation.

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Discover How Sleep Shapes Your Health

Explore the intersection of sleep and brain health, emotional well-being, the gut microbiome, and your genes.

Your Sleeping Brain

Your sleeping and dreaming brain supports cognitive performance, emotional well-being, and overall health.

Sleep & Your Gut Microbiome

Your gut microbiome both influences and is influenced by sleep. Discover how nutrition and microbial signals shape this powerful connection.

Sleep and Your DNA

Discover how your genes influence sleep and how sleep, in turn, helps maintain the integrity of your genetic blueprint.

Translating sleep science into actionable insights.

SOMNIA

Sleep Optimization & Monitoring • Novel Insights & Actions

SOMNIA is a resource of science-based tools and guides to help you apply research findings to your everyday life.