The Science of Sleep
Sleep Cycle is born from a team of visionaries and builders, blending technology and science to create something remarkable for you. We’ve pioneered innovations like the smart alarm patent and refined proven ideas, such as sleep stages, to pinpoint light, deep, and REM sleep with exceptional precision. Inspired by over 3 billion sessions and motivated by your curiosity and input, this teamwork transforms sleep, turning every morning into a new beginning.
US Patent 8493220
Your Sleep Lab
US Patent 8493220 is the idea that laid the foundation for our breakthrough innovation, enabling the Sleep Cycle app to measure your rest with unparalleled accuracy. It tracks your sleep duration, wake frequency, and sleep stage dynamics. With nightly reports at your fingertips, you can make informed adjustments for better, more consistent sleep.
Dr. Mikael Kågebäck
Mikael Kågebäck, Sleep Cycle’s CTO, holds a PhD in AI and joined in 2018 to develop its AI-driven sound analysis. Now, he leads a team refining sleep tech to empower users. Personally, he overcame sleep struggles by sticking to a set wake-up time, improving his health.
Dr. Mike Gradisar
Dr. Gradisar made a surprising pivot from academia to join Sleep Cycle as our first dedicated sleep science expert. Now he dynamically analyzes sleep trends, debunks myths, and mentors future leaders in sleep research. All while driving innovation at the company.
5 Lessons with Dr. Mike Gradisar
Online Class
Unlock the secrets to better recovery with The Science of Sleep. With Dr. Gradisar’s 25 years of expertise, you’ll gain fun, practical insights to tackle sleep challenges at every stage of life, turning restless nights into mornings full of energy and possibility!
Collaborative Research Targets Early Detection of Alzheimer’s
Researchers from Cambridge and UCL, together with the Sleep Cycle team, are examining how sleep and navigation patterns might indicate early signs of Alzheimer’s. By analyzing mobile sensor data, they aim to detect subtle cognitive changes and enable earlier diagnosis through a scalable, real-world approach. Learn more about the science of sleep.
Data-Driven Sleep Insights
With a database of over 3 billion sleep sessions, our app leverages advanced machine learning to accurately track your sleep patterns and deliver personalized insights. Improve your sleep quality with data-driven recommendations that help you wake up refreshed every day.
