Melatonin: Both a messenger of darkness and a participant in the cellular actions of non-visible solar radiation of near infrared light
Summary:
The paper discusses the role of melatonin as a messenger of darkness and a participant in the cellular actions of non-visible solar radiation of near infrared light, focusing on its synthesis in different sites and its potential regulatory mechanisms.
Categories
- Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses the role of melatonin, which is known to impact cognitive function and memory, and its synthesis in different sites.
- Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the regulation of melatonin, a hormone, and its potential regulatory mechanisms.
- Lighting Design Considerations: The paper discusses the impact of non-visible solar radiation of near infrared light on melatonin production, which could have implications for lighting design.
- Well-being: The paper suggests that the avoidance of light at night and exposure to sun during the day are equally important to improve melatonin production and human well-being.
Author(s)
DX Tan, RJ Reiter, S Zimmerman, R Hardeland
Publication Year:
2023
Number of Citations:
17
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