Sleep gives the body a chance to rest, to renew itself and strengthens the immune and nervous systems
The Svefnsetrid/RUSI was established in 2020 and is a research center within Reykjavík University.
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Sleep Revolution Lifestyle Study – Long-term Study We are looking for participants in scientific research. Participants : All genders, in the age range of 18-50 years Inclusion criteria are a BMI ≥ 25, physical inactivity, snores or has strong suspicion of…
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Scientists at Reykjavik University (RU) to lead a research project receiving a 15-million Euro Horizon 2020 grant Sleep Revolution, an interdisciplinary international research and development project, has been selected for a 15-million Euro grant from the EU‘s Horizon 2020 Framework…
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Sleep in general We spend about one-third of our lives sleeping. Sleep invigorates our body and mind, as well as supporting our immune- and nervous system. Without sleep, we would be unable to process our thoughts and emotions and keep…
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Sleep Revolution Lifestyle Study – Long-term Study We are looking for participants in scientific research. Participants : All genders, in the age range of 18-50 years Inclusion criteria are a BMI ≥ 25, physical inactivity, snores or has strong suspicion of…
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Thought big and landed a 2.5 billion grant, Erna Sif Arnardóttir is the leader of the project.Link to an article in Læknablaðið about the large European grant
Continue readingHow body clocks rule our livesbody This video explains what the body clock is and how it effects our day-to-day life including when we wake up and fall asleep, when the best time is to eat and the effect of travelling on our circadian rhythm.
Continue readingPodcast on sleep In the podcast, Snorri Björnsson talks to Erla Björnsdóttir, a clinincal psychologist with a PhD degree in sleep medicine about goal setting and the relationship between sleep and physical and mental health.
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Caffeine Caffeine is a stimulant that can be found naturally in plants we use to make coffee, tea, and chocolate. Even though many people believe caffeine to be a supplement, that is not the case. Caffeine is the world’s most…
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Sleep paralysis is a sleep disorder resulting in the inability to move the body, before or after you wake up, despite being awake and conscious. In this state, you will most likely lose the ability to speak and move any…
Continue readingVideo: What happens to your body and brain if you do not get sleep. In the radio show Feel Better, Live More, Dr. Chatterjee with sleep researcher Matthew Walker on sleep.
Continue readingWhat Happens To Your Body And Brain If You Don’t Get Sleep? Sufficient sleep is essential for healthy brain and body function. In this video, sleep expert Matthew Walker discusses the effects of sleep deprivation on your brain and body.
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American Academy of Sleep Medicine
AASM is leading in sleep research in the United States
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National sleep foundation
Useful articles and information regarding sleep and sleep disorders
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European Sleep Research Society
Information on sleep research and sleep medicine in Europe
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Sleep education
Useful information regarding sleep and sleep disorders
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