Dr. William Dement

Dr. William Dement is an influential American sleep researcher, often considered the father of sleep medicine. He introduced the concept of Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep and helped establish the importance of sleep for health and well-being. Dement's groundbreaking work in sleep science led to greater awareness of sleep disorders, helping to shape treatments and improve public understanding of sleep's role in mental and physical health. He also founded the Stanford University Sleep Disorders Clinic and has been a passionate advocate for sleep education throughout his career. His contributions have significantly advanced the field of sleep research and medicine.