Sleep/Wake Research Centre

04/09/2026

😴✨ How much do you know about sleep?
Watch Sleep on TVNZ1 on 14 September at 8.30pm (or stream on TVNZ+) to learn more about the science of sleep

In this featured clip, Associate Professor Karyn O'Keeffe explains how melatonin works in the body and how it may help support sleep

We're excited to see the full documentary!

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

02/09/2026

📺 Don't miss Sleep on TVNZ1, airing 14 September at 8.30pm and streaming on TVNZ+

Our researchers from the Sleep/Wake Research Centre share their expertise throughout the documentary. In this segment, Professor Leigh Signal discusses the fascinating biological processes that shape our sleep timing, duration, and quality.

We're looking forward to seeing the final result!

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa

21/07/2026

If you have a child aged 7-12 years who struggles with sleep or bedtimes, this study might be for you.

Sleep/Wake Researcher, Leigh Signal, is collaborating with researchers from the University of Otago to develop practical tools to help Kiwi kids get better sleep, and they are keen to hear what you think would be helpful, what you would be willing to try, and what you currently do.

You can find the link to the short questionnaire for the study here: https://redcap.link/BEDTIMESTUDY

10/07/2026

If you have a child aged 5-12 years who struggles with sleep or bedtimes, this study might be for you.

Sleep/Wake Researcher, Leigh Signal, is collaborating with researchers from the Univesity of Otago to develop practical tools to help kiwi kids get better sleep, and they are keen to hear what you think would be helpful, what you would be willing to try, and what you currently do.

You can find the link to the short questionnaire for the study here: https://redcap.link/BEDTIMESTUDY
More details in the original post 🙂

Is sleep a struggle at your place? We want to hear from parents or caregivers.

If you have a child aged 5-12 years who struggles with sleep or bedtimes, please consider taking our short questionnaire:
https://redcap.link/BEDTIMESTUDY

We are developing practical tools to help kiwi kids get better sleep, and we would love to hear what you think would be helpful, what you would be willing to try, and what you currently do.

You can also go in the draw to win one of five Gift Pay cards.

12/06/2026

📣 If you work with high performance athletes there is not long left to tell us your thoughts

💤 Help shape the future of sleep & performance in elite sport

We’re inviting coaches and support staff to take part in a 10 minute survey exploring sleep attitudes, practices, and knowledge needs in elite sport

✅ 31 questions
⏱ ~10 minutes
📅 Now extended until 24 June 2026
👉 Take part here: https://bit.ly/elitecoachsleep

Feel free to share the link with others in your network

Your insights will directly inform future resources for those supporting high performance athletes

Research team
This study is being conducted by researchers from Massey University, Central Queensland University, and the University of Arizona, in collaboration with High Performance Sport New Zealand

Photo courtesy of HPSNZ

02/06/2026

📣 It has been great to hear from coaches and support staff who work with high-performance athletes but we’re keen to hear from more of you!

💤 Help shape the future of sleep & performance in elite sport

We’re inviting coaches and support staff to take part in a 10‑minute survey exploring sleep attitudes, practices, and knowledge needs in elite sport.

✅ 31 questions
⏱ ~10 minutes
📅 Now extended until 14 June 2026
👉 Take part here: https://bit.ly/elitecoachsleep

Feel free to share the link with others in your network.

Your insights will directly inform future resources for those supporting high‑performance athletes.

Research team
This study is being conducted by researchers from Massey University, Central Queensland University, and the University of Arizona, in collaboration with High Performance Sport New Zealand.

Photo courtesy of HPSNZ

31/05/2026

🍒 Participants wanted: Help us research whether cherry juice improves sleep

If you’ve been having trouble sleeping, you might be interested in joining our research study at the Sleep/Wake Research Centre, Massey University.

We’re exploring whether sweet cherry juice can help improve sleep and wellbeing.

✨ What you’ll do:
• 7-week at-home study
• Drink a small amount of juice each evening
• Wear a sleep monitor
• Complete a quick daily sleep diary
• Complete questionnaires

As a thank you, you can receive up to $100 in gift cards.

👤 You may be eligible if you:
• Are 25–64 years old
• Live in NZ
• Have mild-moderate sleep difficulties
• Are generally healthy

👉 Interested or want to learn more? Click here to learn more:

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26/05/2026

🚴‍♀️ Participants Wanted for Research Study! 🚴‍♂️

Our new Research Assistant, Riley Dixon, is completing his Master's degree. He needs a few more participants, and we thought we'd give him a helping hand!

Are you 18–35, healthy, and recreationally active? Riley is looking for volunteers for a Master’s research study on cycling, hydration, and blood pressure.

💧 Help him understand how hydration affects post-exercise blood pressure (post-exercise hypotension)
📍 Location: Massey University, Wellington campus
⏱ Commitment: 3 visits (total ~4 hours)
💳 Thank you gift: $60 Prezzy card on completion

Interested or want to know more? Get in touch with Riley. Contact details in the image👍

20/05/2026

📣 We’re still recruiting research participants and want to hear from you if you work with high-performance athletes in New Zealand, Australia, or the USA

💤 Help shape the future of sleep & performance in elite sport

We’re inviting coaches and support staff to take part in a 10 minute survey exploring sleep attitudes, practices, and knowledge needs in elite sport.

✅ 31 questions
⏱ ~10 minutes
📅 Open until 31 May 2026
👉 Take part here: https://bit.ly/elitecoachsleep

Feel free to share the link with others in your network.

Your insights will directly inform future resources for those supporting high performance athletes.

Research team
This study is being conducted by researchers from Massey University, Central Queensland University, and the University of Arizona, in collaboration with High Performance Sport New Zealand.

Photo courtesy of HPSNZ

12/05/2026

🍒 Participants wanted: Help us research whether cherry juice improves sleep

If you’ve been having trouble sleeping, you might be interested in joining our research study at the Sleep/Wake Research Centre, Massey University.

We’re exploring whether sweet cherry juice can help improve sleep and wellbeing.

✨ What you’ll do:
• 7-week at-home study
• Drink a small amount of juice each evening
• Wear a sleep monitor
• Complete a quick daily sleep diary
• Complete questionnaires

As a thank you, you can receive up to $100 in gift cards.

👤 You may be eligible if you:
• Are 25–64 years old
• Live in NZ
• Have mild-moderate sleep difficulties
• Are generally healthy

👉 Interested or want to learn more? Click here to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/CherrySleepNZ