KU Sleep Disorders Research

11/21/2025

🌙 Research never sleeps!

Welcome to the official page of our Sleep Disorders Research Unit.

Here, we’ll share updates on our ongoing studies in sleep science, from interventional trials to observational research. Our mission is to better understand sleep and improve the lives of those affected by sleep disorders.

🔬 Follow along to:

-Stay informed about our latest findings

-Learn about opportunities to participate in research

-Connect with a community passionate about advancing sleep health

Discovery doesn’t rest! 💤✨

09/28/2023

Hello all! Here's some more information on Sleep Apnea from our friends at the American Academy of Sleep Medicine

"Anyone can have sleep apnea, but certain groups are at higher risk. Learn more in the Obstructive Sleep Apnea (or OSA) National Indicator Report: www.tinyurl.com/osa-indicator-report ."


Let us know if you or someone you love has OSA or daytime sleepiness!

09/22/2023

Check out this great information from one of our favorite all-around sleep information sources, Project Sleep! Today is , but for persons with narcolepsy, this chronic condition is a big part of every day. Do you or someone you love struggle with or are working to get a diagnosis? Share your experiences below

09/19/2023

Here's some more information on Sleep Apnea from our friends at the American Academy of Sleep Medicine:
For the health and safety of everyone on the road, untreated sleep apnea should be addressed. Learn how to recognize untreated sleep apnea at www.tinyurl.com/osa-indicator-report
Do you or a loved one have sleep apnea? Share your experiences in the comments!

09/13/2023

Happy Wednesday! We're happy to introduce another of our P*s for KU Sleep Disorders Research. Dr. Mazzotti is the Interim Division Director for the Division of Medical Informatics, and has a special interest in Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We have several investigator initiated trials that Dr. Mazzotti runs here at KU, and more soon to come! Feel free to reach out to us if you're interested in participating.

09/05/2023

Here is some great information about a rare and commonly misunderstood sleep disorder- Idiopathic Hypersomnia! Check out the other posts from Idiopathic Hypersomnia Awareness Week to learn more

Idiopathic Hypersomnia causes more than just sleepiness.

The main symptom of Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH) is excessive sleep and extreme daytime sleepiness. Despite having extraordinary amounts of good quality sleep people with IH are in a constant state of sleepiness.

But IH is much more than that. IH can cause a range of debilitating symptoms including cognitive dysfunction (brain fog) eg: problems with memory, concentration and attention.
Learn more: https://www.hypersomnolenceaustralia.org.au/single-post/idiopathic-hypersomnia-causes-more-than-just-sleepiness

08/30/2023

Good Morning! We'd like to highlight one of our research doctors today. Dr. Stevens is the principal investigator for all of our current pharmaceutical trials, sees patients in clinic and in the hospital here at KU, and has been involved in research studies for 30 years now!

08/28/2023

This morning we have some info from our friends at the American Academy of Sleep Medicine about the :

"There can be a two-way cycle between depression, obstructive sleep apnea (or OSA) and weight gain. Check out the symptoms of OSA, and help others get on a path to improved sleep, mood, and health with evidence-based treatment options: www.tinyurl.com/osa-indicator-report "

and let us know if you or someone you love has OSA or daytime sleepiness!

08/25/2023

Happy Friday! We'd like to introduce ourselves and welcome you to the new page for the KU Sleep Disorders Research program. We'll be posting information and opportunities for sleep wellness and sleep disorders like Narcolepsy, Sleep Apnea, and more! We'll also have more of our team member profiles to come. Sleep well! -Elizabeth and Amy