Glenn K. Matsumoto

Glenn K. Matsumoto is a renowned neuroscientist and pharmacologist whose research focuses on how the brain regulates sleep, wakefulness, and related behaviors. He is best known for identifying and studying orexin (also called hypocretin) neurons—specialized cells that promote alertness and help maintain wakefulness. His work has advanced understanding of sleep disorders like narcolepsy and contributed to developing potential treatments. Matsumoto's research combines techniques from neuroscience and pharmacology to explore brain mechanisms, aiming to improve health and address sleep-related conditions effectively.