Measuring and improving deep sleep in people with Parkinson’s

A PhD student at Northumbria University is working in partnership with SOMNOmedics AG, a medical technology company. They are exploring whether sound can improve deep sleep for people with Parkinson’s.  

Who

• 10 people with Parkinson’s who:

• are aged 55 or over 

• don't experience balance issues 

Unfortunately, those diagnosed with a sleep disorder, Parkinson’s dementia or who take medication which may affect sleep are unable to take part. 

What

Visiting Northumbria University to receive a copy of the study schedule and the equipment needed to measure sleep at home, including: 

• 4 electrodes to be placed on the forehead and face to measure brain activity while asleep

• a wrist activity watch to record the sleep-to-wake cycle



• You will keep the equipment for 15 days

• You will be asked to wear the watch and complete a sleep diary every day

• For 3 nights, you will be asked to wear the electrodes and complete tasks on a laptop in the evening and morning

You will be invited to an optional interview with the researchers after taking part. This can be online, over the phone or in person.

Participants will be reimbursed £100 for taking part and to cover travel expenses.

For more information, please read the participant information sheet.

Interested in taking part?

Please contact Emily Jensen by email at [email protected].

The deadline for taking part in this research is 2 June 2025

Deadline
Funded by

This PhD is part funded by SOMNOmedics AG and part funded by Northumbria University

Research
  • Treatments or therapies
Locations
Location

Ellison Building
Ellison Pl
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8ST
United Kingdom

Contact

Emily Jensen 

Email: [email protected]