Matthew Walker Books

Matthew Walker

Matthew Walker, Ph.D., is a scientist, professor, and bestselling author whose work explores one of the most essential—and often overlooked—parts of everyday life: sleep. A professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, Walker has spent decades studying how sleep affects the brain, memory, learning, emotions, physical health, and overall well-being. He is the author of the international bestseller *Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams*, which brings the science of sleep out of the laboratory and into readers’ everyday lives. Through accessible explanations and compelling research, Walker invites readers to reconsider what happens during ... Matthew Walker, Ph.D., is a scientist, professor, and bestselling author whose work explores one of the most essential—and often overlooked—parts of everyday life: sleep. A professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, Walker has spent decades studying how sleep affects the brain, memory, learning, emotions, physical health, and overall well-being. He is the author of the international bestseller *Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams*, which brings the science of sleep out of the laboratory and into readers’ everyday lives. Through accessible explanations and compelling research, Walker invites readers to reconsider what happens during the hours they spend asleep and how those hours may influence the way they think, feel, learn, work, and live. For readers curious about their own habits, looking to better understand their minds and bodies, or simply wondering why a good night’s sleep matters so much, Walker’s work turns an ordinary daily experience into a fascinating exploration of human health and behavior. See more