This novel project is a collaboration between the ICU research group and IBAS sleep researchers. This project seeks to understand the impact of critical illness, sustained sedation and ventilation in the ICU environment, on the circadian rhythm of patients. Changes in the circadian rhythm will be measured by 48 hours of regular urine collections for assessment of circulating melatonin. The project will evaluate whether changes in the circadian rhythm are related to outcomes for ICU patients including measures of illness acuity and delirium. It is expected that this will be the starting point for further work exploring the relationships between sleep disturbance and critical care outcomes of patients, that may lead to improvements in the management of these critically ill patients.
Circadian Dysynchrony and Delirium in ICU Patients
Sleep > Circadian Rhythm Disorders
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SHIFT WORK AND BREASTFEEDING PROJECT
Researchers at Austin Health are looking for volunteers to participate in a study exploring the impact shift work has on breast milk composition. Participants will be compensated with a $100 gift voucher.
HEALTHY MALES AND FEMALES WANTED FOR SLEEP STUDY
Interested to participate in a study investigating the effect of fatigue on driving performance?
Congratulations to Professor David Berlowitz, Dr Marnie Graco, and Dr Nicole Sheers who were recognised by Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Australia at a Parliament House event sponsored by the Parliamentary Friends of MND in Canberra last week.
WORLD SLEEP DAY ON 15TH MARCH 2024
The benefits of quality sleep and to acknowledge the issue of sleep problems and their medical, educational, and social aspects as well as the prevention and management of sleep disorders, is promoted on World Sleep Day on the 15th March 2024.
A/PROF MARK HOWARD AWARDED MAJOR MRFF GRANT
IBAS leads project to revolutionize Home Ventilation with $1.2 million grant for Assoc. Prof Mark Howard's research titled "Synchronise non-invasive ventilation at home".
PROF ANNE HOLLAND RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
Prof Anne Holland receives prestigious award for Excellent in Research Engagement and Impact from Monash University.
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