Sleep Talks
Presented by the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research
We are excited to be back for the 2026 Sleep Talks series presented by the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research and Macquarie University.
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.
You now have the opportunity to view the lineup of Talks for 2026 and secure your seats.
Disclaimer: Talk details are subject to change, including late changes to location due to venue availability. Talks may also be cancelled at short notice due to unforeseen circumstances. To receive updates, please ensure you are registered for the Talk.
Program
Sleep and pain: Understanding the connection
19 March 2026, 12pm - 1pm
Host: Dr Amelia Scott
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Sleepless and stressed: Why sleep and anxiety are so closely linked
28 May 2026, 12pm - 1pm
Host: Dr Rick Wassing
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Weight loss drugs for better sleep: How weight loss drugs are changing sleep apnea treatment
30 July 2026, 12pm - 1pm
Host: Professor Ron Grunstein
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Turbulence in the body clock - how to survive jet lag
27 August 2026, 12pm - 1pm
Host: Associate Professor Sveta Postnova
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Things that go bump in the night: Understanding parasomnias and sleep behaviours
24 September 2026, 12pm - 1pm
Host: Professor Brendon Yee
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The sleeping brain: A window into Parkinson's and Lewy Body Disease
26 November 2026, 12pm - 1pm
Host: Associate Professor Elie Matar
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Contact Us
For more details about the series, contact us at dvc.medicine.and.health@mq.edu.au.
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Wallumattagal Campus
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Sydney NSW 2000
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