New insights into seasonal shifts in sleep
A new international study drawing on 73 million nights of data reveals that our sleep patterns are seriously shaped by the day of the week, the […]
Climate change linked to dangerous sleep apnea
Sleep apnea will become more common and more severe due to global warming, leading to increased health and economic burdens across the globe, warn Flinders University […]
Could lighting be the new gambling regulator?
Gambling addiction is a rising concern, but what if the bright lights in the casino are subtly influencing risk-taking decisions? New research by Flinders University suggests […]
Wake-up call: Urgent action needed to tackle Australia’s sleep health issues
Australia is facing a silent public health crisis — and it’s happening while we sleep. A new report led by Flinders University reveals that despite growing evidence […]
Jamie Craig: SA Scientist of the Year
Flinders University has won three awards, including the prestigious 2024 South Australian Scientist of the Year, at the annual State Science Excellence and Innovation Awards. From […]
Brighter nights and darker days could lead to an early grave
A study of more than 13 million hours of data, collected from light sensors worn by 89,000 people, has found exposure to bright nights and dark […]
Daylight saving: a small change or a big impact?
Daylight saving – Sunday 6 October, 2am (AEST), clocks will turn forward 1 hour to 3am Daylight saving time starts this weekend in most states and […]
Light at the end of the tunnel for night workers
The use of circadian-informed lighting, where artificial lighting is synchronised to the natural biological rhythms or a person’s ‘body-clock’, significantly improves quality of sleep and work […]
New insights into sleep and mental health of athletes
From experiencing career-ending injuries to facing a barrage of criticism on social media, the 2024 Olympics have highlighted once again the physical and mental toll that […]