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Sleep Talks

Presented by the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research

After the success of our 2024 series, we’re excited to be back for the 2025 Sleep Talks series!

These free public events will feature leading clinicians, educators, and researchers in sleep and chronobiology. Explore the latest insights and evidence on sleep health, its impact on individuals and society, and why sleep is crucial for overall well-being. 


Program

Thursday 20 March 2025, 12pm – 1pm

Do women sleep differently to men?

Host: Dr Aurore Perrault

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Thursday 24 April 2025, 12pm – 1pm

Does my smartwatch really know my sleep patterns?

Host: Professor Christopher Gordon

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Thursday 22 May 2025, 12pm – 1pm

Is poor sleep making me feel sad? 

Host: Dr Rick Wassing

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Thursday 19 June 2025, 12pm – 1pm

The brain has a waste disposal system during sleep?

Host: Associate Professor Craig Phillips

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More talks to be announced soon!

Contact Us

For more details about the series, contact us at dvc.medicine.and.health@mq.edu.au

Main campus

Wallumattagal Campus
Balaclava Road
Macquarie University NSW 2109

City campus

Angel Place
Level 24, 123 Pitt Street
Sydney NSW 2000

Event Contact

events@mq.edu.au

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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Macquarie University stands - the Wallumattagal Clan of the Dharug Nation - whose cultures and customs have nurtured, and continue to nurture, this land since time immemorial. We pay our respects to the Elders, past and present.


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