Why sleep health?
Sleep is not a luxury; it is fundamental to physical and mental health, and an underestimated key to productivity, safety, and innovation. Hundreds of millions of people worldwide suffer from sleep disorders; in Belgium, an estimated >1.5 million people have chronic complaints. Up to 80% remain undiagnosed and untreated. We want to help change that.
What is at stake?
• Increased healthcare costs (including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, depression)
• Loss of productivity and absenteeism
• Accidents and safety risks
• Reduced quality of life
Our mission
We develop and connect evidence-based knowledge, practical tools, and networks to improve sleep health across the board—so insights flow faster into education, work, healthcare, and policy.
What we do
1) Research & innovation—we support research and translate insights into practical solutions.
2) Accessible screening & tools – we develop widely applicable instruments for prevention and screening.
3) Training & knowledge sharing – lectures, knowledge evenings, and materials for healthcare, education, work, and policy.
4) Network & policy – we connect experts and strengthen social impact with digital applications and measurable indicators.
For whom
• Citizens & families – understand your sleep and improve your well-being
• Healthcare professionals – practical tools and training
• Employers – prevention, safety, and productivity
• Schools & education – learn better through better sleep
• Policymakers – insights and impact measurements
Impact we strive for
• Early recognition of sleep problems
• Measurable improvements in well-being at school and work
• Fewer absences and accidents due to better sleep
• Stronger networks between science, healthcare, and practice
(Follow-up via periodic impact reporting)
Become a partner or support us
Together, we accelerate innovation and social impact. Partners receive:
1) Visibility & profiling
Name and logo mention (website, publications, reports), co-branding in campaigns, mention at events.
2) Value for your brand
Link to a progressive, socially relevant theme and the VUB; strengthening of social positioning and employer branding.
3) Network & access to expertise
Invitations to lectures, networking events, and meetings with researchers and policymakers (national & international).
4) Product integration & interaction
Integration of relevant products/services in the interactive sleep test with personalized recommendations for visitors.
Donate online or by bank transfer to the VUB's account number BE51 0013 6779 3562, mentioning GIFTPR24. Donations of €40 or more are tax deductible.
