Throw out your coffee mugs!!

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Lone_Desperado

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http://www.wired.com/science/discoveries/news/2007/12/sleep_deprivation

"A nasal spray containing a naturally occurring brain hormone called orexin A reversed the effects of sleep deprivation in monkeys, allowing them to perform like well-rested monkeys on cognitive tests. The discovery's first application will probably be in treatment of the severe sleep disorder narcolepsy."

I understand the use for individuals with insomnia and possible military applications, but do we really need a new drug that will keep us awake? :shrug:
 
For most of us, I am taking a "No" stance. Still, if it can deal with narcolepsy and the likes, maybe having this in globe-travel may help with jet lags. However, the article doesn't say anything about how this may affect our circadian rythm, if at all, so using this against jet lag probably isn't a good idea at least for now.

I need more info on this.
 
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