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Why We Nap: Evolution, Chronobiology and Functions of Polyphasic and Ultrashort Sleep edited by Claudio StampiContentsForewordPrefaceContributors1. Evolution Chronobiology, and Functions of Polyphasic and Ultra Short Sleep: Main IssuesPart I.  Evolution, Development, and Regulation of the Sleep-Wake Cycle2. Thermoregulation and Control of the Ultradian Wake-Sleep Cycle3. The Phasing of Sleep in Animals4. Sleep-Wake Rhythms and Sleep Structure5. Developmental Aspects and Behavioral ModelPart II. Circadian and Ultradian Components of the Sleep-Wake System6. The Timing and Structure of Spontaneous Naps7. The Impact of Irregular Sleep-Wake Schedules on Circadian Rhythms and the Role of “Anchor” Sleep8. Beyond Circadian Regulation: Ultradian Components of Sleep-Wake Cycles9. Adult Napping and Its Effects on Ability to FunctionPart III. Polyphasic and Ultrashort Sleep and Their Effects on Performance10. The Effects of Polyphasic and Ultrashort Sleep Schedules11. Leonardo da Vinci and Ultrashort Sleep: Personal Experience12. What Is The Limit for Prolonged Sleep Reduction? An objective Evaluation of the Leonardo da Vinci Ultrashort Sleep StrategyPart IV. Irregular Schedules, Sustained Operations, and Napping13. Minimal Sleep to Maintain Performance: The Search14. Sustained Operation Studies: From the Field to the LaboratoryPart V. Polyphasic Behavior, Napping, and Sleep Disorders15. Napping Behavior in Narcoleptic Patients: A Four-Hours Cycle in Slow Wave Sleep16. Narcolepsy and the Pathological Aspects of Multiple NappingIndex