On World Sleep Day, today's podcast -- we explore the science behind beauty sleep and why good sleep is essential not only for overall health but also for skin well-being. In this conversation, Professor Dagmara Dimitriou speaks with Dr Rashmi Shetty, dermatologist and sleep health advocate, about the relationship between sleep, skin recovery, and daily routines. In this video, we discuss: • The key elements of healthy sleep • Practical strategies for insomnia • Simple daily

Do you often find yourself scrolling on your phone in bed at night? While it may seem harmless, bedtime screen use can quietly disrupt your sleep. In this video, we explore how using your phone before sleep affects your brain and body, including its impact on melatonin, circadian rhythms, and sleep quality. We also discuss why this common habit can make it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. Understanding the science behind sleep can help us build healthier nighttime routi

Today's podcast : Nandini Adusumilli, a PhD researcher in our lab, speaks with Mustafaa Sakarwala, a teacher, life coach, and founder of Sakarwala Classes. They talk about the importance of sleep for children, particularly during key developmental years. Drawing on his experience as an educator, Mustafaa shares his perspective on how sleep influences children’s learning, school engagement, and everyday functioning and why healthy sleep habits are essential for students’ well-

To celebrate this important day that reminds us to rest well and prioritise sleep, our lab will be sharing a series of short podcasts and research highlights throughout the week. Today: Children talking about sleep from a cross-cultural perspective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9hIxIRY8jY&t=50s Sofia and Shanaya discuss their sleep routines and how they understand sleep in their everyday lives. Their reflections offer a small glimpse into how children think about sleep fr

Professor Dagmara Dimitriou visited several disability support centers together with Princess Danya Al Saud, engaging in thoughtful conversations about inclusive practices and community support. A truly inspiring week filled with learning, connection, and shared commitment to improving the lives of children and young people with special needs. Watch the video for more moments from the visit.

Our SERL lab director Dr Dagmara Dimitriou and deputy director Dr Liz Halstead, recently conducted the survey on 583 autistic adults...

Organised by Dr Georgia Pavlopoulou the SERL hosted their first UCL Open Sleep Day event. The event was open to parents, teens and...

This year the annual Sleep and Development Scientists Network was hosted by the Department of Psychology at the University of York. The...

Researchers from UCL and the University of Warwick work with siblings to help shape research at the first ever Sibling Research Advisory...

Infants spend three-quarters of their time sleeping, children about half of their time, and adults about one-third. Adolescence is a...