Sleep Technologist
Sleep Technologist
MSU Sleep Research Lab
For complete job announcement and application procedures:
https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/24918
Our laboratory is equipped with gold-standard technology including polysomnography and microneurography to measure nocturnal electroencephalography and nervous system function. Our laboratory has the unique ability to examine the link between sleep quality and cardiovascular health using direct measures of the sympathetic nervous system.
Projects
The primary purpose of the present study is to examine the effects of one night of binge alcohol consumption on nocturnal blood pressure patterns and next-morning nervous system activity. A secondary aim includes examining potential sex differences related to blood pressure and nervous system responses following evening binge drinking. Our third, and final, aim of this study is to examine alcohol induced sleep apnea and its contribution to nocturnal blood pressure and next-morning nervous system activity with an experimental continuous positive air pressure (CPAP) intervention (i.e., real or fake CPAP).
Contact for more information:
Anne Tikkanen or Ian Greenlund
Email: sleepstudy@montana.edu
Phone: (406) 994-2292
Project 2: Chronic Insomnia and Neurovascular Control
Overview:
The primary purpose of this study is to determine if a new sleep medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) called Suvorexant (Belsomra®) impacts your sleep, blood pressure and nervous system. We are currently enrolling adults (18-65 years old) with chronic insomnia to participate in the study. Participants will receive compensation and objective sleep reports. Please see our eligibility criteria below, as well as a link to our eligibility survey if interested:
Contact for more information:
Jeremy Bigalke or Anne Tikkanen
Email: sleepstudy@montana.edu
Phone: (406) 994-2292
Project 3: Trier Social Stress Test and Neurovascular Control
Overview:
The current study seeks to assess the impact of social stress on nervous system regulation of blood pressure. Participants will receive objective sleep reports and monetary compensation. Please see below for eligibility criteria:
Contact for more information:
Jeremy Bigalke, M.S.
Email: sleepstudy@montana.edu
Phone: (406) 994-2292
Project 4: Acoustic Delivery to Improve Napping
Overview:
The primary purpose of this study is to determine if strategically timed and quiet sound can improve the quality of your sleep during a 90-minute nap opportunity.