Charmane Eastman

Charmane Eastman is a prominent American chronobiologist, researcher, and professor. She is best known for her extensive research on circadian rhythms, sleep disorders, and the effects of light on human health. Eastman is the founder of the Biological Rhythms Research Laboratory at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois.

Education and Career

• Charmane Eastman obtained her bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and her Ph.D. in psychology from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Following her education, she pursued a career in research and teaching, focusing primarily on chronobiology and the effects of light on human health.
• In 1987, Eastman founded the Biological Rhythms Research Laboratory at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. As the laboratory's director, she has led numerous research projects related to circadian rhythms, sleep, and the use of light therapy in the treatment of various sleep disorders, such as seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and jet lag.

Research and Contributions

• Charmane Eastman has made significant contributions to the field of chronobiology and sleep medicine. Her research has helped improve the understanding of human circadian rhythms, sleep disorders, and the use of light therapy as a treatment option. Some of her notable research topics include:

The effects of light on the human circadian system The use of light therapy to treat seasonal affective disorder and other mood disorders

• Strategies for adjusting to shift work and jet lag

The impact of irregular sleep schedules on cognitive performance and overall health

• Her work has been published in numerous scientific journals and has played a crucial role in shaping the current understanding of circadian rhythms and sleep medicine.

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