SMRTR Science & EngineeringJul 19, 2025Interesting Engineering

Breakthrough study uncovers biological trigger that forces the brain to sleep

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Brain cells enter sleep mode when overloaded with energy, as mitochondria leak electrons, triggering sleep to prevent damage, which explains the biological need for sleep and may provide insights into related conditions.

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