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We had a question back in 2007, about a thing every creature on the planet does--from giant humpback whales to teeny fruit flies. Why do we all sleep? What does it do for us, and what happens when we go without? We take a peek at iguanas sleeping with one eye open, get in bed with a pair of sleep-deprived new parents, and eavesdrop on the uneasy dreams of rats. 

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Joe A. Finley II

Where's Steve in the scenario? Why is Hannah doing all the work trying to get Dominic to sleep? Have HIM exercise the kid before bed, read him a book or something. Some father-son bonding time.

Sep 7th
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Jejj

Fascinating how proteins might be responsible for our experience of tiredness and how it might also be connected to our ability to learn.

Aug 4th
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