Sleep
Sleep is a state of reduced mental and physical activity, in which consciousness is altered, and sensory activity is inhibited to a certain extent. During sleep, there is a decrease in muscle activity, and interactions with the surrounding environment are significantly reduced.
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Circadian rhythms
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the evolution and role of circadian rhythms, the so-called body clock influencing a daily cycle of physical, behavioural and mental changes.
17 December 2015
Featuring: Russell Foster, Debra Skene, Steve Jones
Dreams
Melvyn Bragg discusses the function and interpretation of dreams. Why are neuroscientists starting to find reasons to take dreams seriously again?
4 March 2004
Featuring: VS Ramachandran, Mark Solms, Martin Conway