Scientist invents computer pillow to stop snoring

A German scientist has come up with a solution for snoring - a computerised pillow that shifts the head's sleeping position until the noise stops.

Daryoush Bazargani, professor of computer science at the University of Rostock and the pillow's inventor, was displaying a prototype of his pillow at a health conference in Germany.

"The pillow is attached to a computer, which is the size of a book, rests on a bedside table, and analyses snoring noises," Prof. Bazargani said.

"The computer then reduces or enlarges air compartments within the pillow to facilitate nasal airflow to minimise snoring as the user shifts during sleep," he said.

The ergonomic pillow can also be used for neck massages.

Prof. Bazargani said several US firms were interested in manufacturing the pillow.

"I invented it because I snore," he said. "I tried all sorts of products, but nothing worked. I hope people who use it will sleep more peacefully."