A groundbreaking study by Mohammad Sultan Khan, a proud son of Kashmir, and an alumnus of University of Hyderabad has shed new light on the critical link between sleep patterns and brain health. His research, which spanned seven years at the University of Hyderabad, has revealed that disturbed sleep and irregular body clocks can exacerbate memory loss and accelerate brain aging, particularly in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.

Key Findings:

Sleep Disturbances: Disrupted sleep patterns can worsen memory loss and cognitive decline
Brain Aging: Irregular body clocks can accelerate brain aging, increasing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases
Alzheimer’s Disease: The impact of sleep disturbances is particularly significant in individuals with Alzheimer’s, highlighting the importance of healthy sleep habits

Awards and Recognition:

Mohammad Sultan Khan’s outstanding research has been recognized with the prestigious Professor Yenuga Ramaswamy Naidu Medal for Best Thesis, awarded at the XXV Convocation of the University of Hyderabad on October 7, 2025.

Dr. Mohammed Sultan Khan from Kashmir, awarded the Prof. Yenugu Ramaswamy Naidu Medal for the best Ph.D. thesis at the XXV Convocation

This research was also reported at: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/125039729.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst