Sleepless in the lab: scientists probe aging brains

NCT ID NCT00804804

First seen Jun 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looked at how getting older, your internal body clock, and missing sleep affect your ability to think and make decisions. Twenty-eight volunteers stayed awake for 40 hours or took short naps in a controlled setting. Researchers measured their reaction times and mental performance to understand these effects better.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Genpphass

    Bordeaux, 33076, France

  • Medes-Imps

    Toulouse, 31405, France

  • Uh Purpan

    Toulouse, 31300, France

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