Emmanuel Mignot (Researcher)

Emmanuel Mignot is a French neuroscientist known for his pioneering research on sleep, particularly in understanding narcolepsy, a chronic sleep disorder. His work led to the discovery of the role of a neurotransmitter called hypocretin (or orexin) in regulating wakefulness and sleep. Mignot's findings have helped illuminate how sleep disorders work and paved the way for developing new treatments for narcolepsy. His contributions have significantly advanced our understanding of sleep's biological mechanisms and its importance in overall health.