Modification of light sources for appropriate biological action
Summary:
This paper discusses the modification of light sources to influence melatonin suppression and the potential impact on human circadian rhythms, with a focus on the design of novel light sources and their effects on sleep and alertness.
Categories
- Sleep and insomnia: The paper discusses the impact of light on melatonin suppression, which influences sleep patterns.
- Alertness and performance: The paper explores how light exposure can influence alertness and performance through its impact on melatonin and circadian rhythms.
- Lighting Design Considerations: The paper discusses the design of novel light sources and their potential impact on human circadian rhythms.
- Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the impact of light on the regulation of melatonin, a hormone that influences sleep and alertness.
Author(s)
R Kozakov, H Schöpp, S Franke, C Stoll
Publication Year:
2010
Number of Citations:
11
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