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Penn Sleep Expert Mathias Basner on What Space Does to the Human Body

15 Sep 2026 2:24 a.m.

Penn sleep expert Mathias Basner, who has studied extreme environments for two decades, says sci-fi films overlook how little sleep astronauts actually get during spaceflight.

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Penn Medicine Study Links Pink Noise to Reduced REM Sleep, Potential Harm

10 Jul 2026 2:23 a.m.

A Penn Medicine study reveals that pink noise, often used for sleep, may reduce vital REM sleep, potentially harming recovery and brain development. Researchers suggest earplugs are more effective for sleep protection.

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