The Esra Tasali lab at The University of Chicago has projects in the fields of sleep, diabetes, and energy metabolism. Our lab has hosted undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral scholars over the years, and many people have trained in the Tasali lab and continued to pursue careers as scientists, physicians, and educators. You can learn about Esra Tasali’s research and the members of our lab on this website. If you want to learn more about our lab and the research, contact us.
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Losing weight through better sleep
Sleep-medicine specialist Esra Tasali explains the science behind maintaining a healthy weight without the need for expensive drugs. By Tammy Worth A healthy diet and regular exercise have long been staples of weight management. But research shows that...
UChicago Expert Develops ‘Personal Trainer for Your Sleep’
Director of the University of Chicago Sleep Center, Esra Tasali is an expert in sleep medicine and researcher who first-hand has seen the need to change the one-size-fits-all approach to sleep apnea treatment. The biggest challenge is adherence: wearing a continuous...
Dr. Esra Tasali featured on Just One Thing with Michael Mosley
Lights out! How tucking into bed an hour earlier than usual could help you boost your mood, protect your brain from disease, and regulate your appetite. Click HERE to listen and learn more.