Brown rats exhibit the intense sensory awareness and fragmented sleep patterns required for survival in the wild. For decades, our understanding of sleep has been confined to the sterile and controlled environments of university laboratories. We know how a laboratory rat sleeps in a plastic cage with regulated light and temperature, but we have remained […]
Iguana at rest, representing reptilian models in cross-species sleep rhythm research. When we observe a creature in deep slumber, whether it is a human in a clinical suite or a lizard perched on a desert branch, we are witnessing a biological process far more ancient than previously imagined. A recent cover story in Nature Neuroscience
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Manitty is one of the 14 innovators chosen to advance into Phase 2 of the DIANA Accelerator Programme. In 2025, Manitty entered the defence ecosystem through its selection into NATO DIANA, the Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic. This moment marked a clear inflection point for the company, placing it among a small group
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Sleep patterns in wild black rats (Rattus rattus) were investigated under natural environmental conditions. In the world of sleep research, most insights are derived from pristine laboratories where animals are kept under artificial conditions with fixed light cycles, stable temperatures, and minimal environmental challenges. But how do animals sleep in their natural environments—where they must
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Have you ever wondered how your brain creates memories? The process of memory formation is a fascinating journey through time, as remembering means traversing the past. Memories are composed of various elements, including images, sounds, odors, and emotions, all of which result from different but interconnected mnemonic systems. Memory creation involves three key stages: encoding,
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Neuroplasticity’s significant role in learning and growth In the realm of neuroscience, a revolutionary concept has taken center stage: neuroplasticity. This remarkable ability of the brain to rewire itself holds profound implications, from aiding rehabilitation after injuries to enabling lifelong learning. Within the pages of Norman Doidge’s enlightening work, ‘The Brain That Changes Itself,’ readers
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