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A Moment of Science
What do you do to stay awake at night?
When it comes to "make it or break it" moments, the male sandpiper is a whiz at wakefulness.
The body knows when to fall asleep.
How does the body know when to wake up? How does the body know when to fall asleep?
Can sleeping in a room full of plants can be dangerous? A common myth states that, at night, plants compete with people for oxygen!
It's actually just a myth that undergoing hypnosis means falling asleep. It's more like being deeply engrossed in a movie or a novel. You're awake, but in a trance-like state.
We have all seen in the movies, or perhaps in person, a person becomes hypnotized and falls slowly to sleep.
Make sure to get some Zzzzzzs!
Does the amount of sleep I get affect how likely I am to catch a cold?
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Ever feel sleepy after a big lunch? Find out the science behind taking a siesta!
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Find out why some birds really do keep one eye open and how they do it.
We encourage exercising and sleep but not at the same time!
I've heard that getting regular exercise can help. Is this true?
Hit the books!
Students have sometimes found that after a good night's sleep they are able to remember material they studied the night before. Is this true?
According to many studies over the past decade, mothers living near high traffic areas are more likely to give birth prematurely.
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