J. Allan Hobson

J. Allan Hobson is a renowned psychiatrist and researcher known for his work on sleep and dreams. He developed theories suggesting that dreams result from the brain's attempt to make sense of random neural activity during sleep, rather than serving a specific purpose like problem-solving or future planning. His work helped shift the understanding of dreaming from a mystical view to a neuroscientific perspective, emphasizing the biological and neurological processes involved. Hobson’s research has significantly advanced the scientific study of sleep, consciousness, and the importance of dreaming for brain health.