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Dr. Matthew Walker is a renowned neuroscientist and psychologist specializing in the science of sleep. He earned his degree in neuroscience from Nottingham University, UK, and a PhD in neurophysiology from the Medical Research Council, London. Dr. Walker served as a Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School before joining the University of California, Berkeley, where he is currently a Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology and the founder and director of the Center for Human Sleep Science.

Dr. Walker’s groundbreaking research focuses on the critical role of sleep in human health, brain function, and disease. He has authored over 100 scientific studies and has received significant funding awards from the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. A Kavli Fellow of the National Academy of Sciences, his work has advanced understanding of sleep’s profound impact on cognition, emotion, and overall well-being.

In addition to his academic achievements, Dr. Walker is a celebrated communicator of science, bringing the importance of sleep to a broader audience through his bestselling book, Why We Sleep, and numerous public talks and media appearances. His work continues to influence public health policies and individual behaviors worldwide.