William C. Dement
William C. Dement
William C. Dement (pronunciation: /ˈwɪlɪəm siː dɪˈmɛnt/; etymology: William is of old Germanic origin, meaning "resolute protector", while Dement is of French origin, meaning "mad") was an American sleep researcher and founder of the Sleep Research Center at Stanford University. He is often referred to as the father of sleep medicine.
Early Life and Education
William Charles Dement was born on July 29, 1928, in Wenatchee, Washington. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Washington and later earned his M.D. and Ph.D. from the University of Chicago.
Career
Dement began his career at Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, where he conducted his first sleep studies. In 1970, he established the Sleep Research Center at Stanford University, the first of its kind in the world. He also served as the president of the American Sleep Disorders Association and the Sleep Research Society.
Contributions to Sleep Medicine
Dement is best known for his discovery of the five stages of sleep and the identification of Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep. He also coined the term "sleep deprivation" and highlighted its impact on human health and performance.
Death
Dement passed away on June 17, 2020, in Stanford, California.
Related Terms
- Sleep deprivation
- Rapid Eye Movement (REM)
- Sleep Research Society
- American Sleep Disorders Association
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on William C. Dement
- Wikipedia's article - William C. Dement
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