The four-year research project published Feb. 2 in Science offers a direct visual proof of “synaptic homeostasis hypothesis” 

Stockpiling sleep can actually improve performance, which could be a boon to the chronically sleep deprived

Until recently, there has been little more than anecdotal evidence to suggest that “food coma” is an actual physical condition

Mothers smoking in pregnancy, children skipping breakfast and not having a regular bedtime or sufficient sleep all appear to be important factors in predicting whether a child will become overweight or obese

New study by UC Riverside psychologist Sara C. Mednick may explain why sleep improves memory

According to lead researcher it’s not the longer hours—or the weird hours—necessarily that is the problem

The findings may offer insight into human sleep disorders and open up new strategies to promote long-lasting sleep for those with chronic insomnia

"This has significant implications for alertness and concentration, which would be of particular concern to workers." 

Discovery could eventually lead to new and better treatments for insomnia and jet lag

"This sleep quality is better compared to those who lost the same amount of weight while consuming a normal amount of protein."