Summary
This paper explores the relationship between the wavelength composition of artificial light and circadian stimulus (CS) for a fixed illuminance, with the aim of improving photoentrainment in low light environments such as those experienced by military imagery analysts.
Categories
Alertness and performance: The paper discusses how insufficient exposure to light in low light environments can result in inadequate photoentrainment, which is associated with degraded alertness and negative health effects.
Shift work: The paper is relevant to this category as it discusses the challenges faced by professionals such as military imagery analysts who are required to work in low light level environments and often perform shift work.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper explores ideal lighting configurations, specifically the relationship between the wavelength composition of artificial light and circadian stimulus, to improve photoentrainment in low light environments.
Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the role of light exposure in suppressing the body's production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates the sleep/wake cycle.
Author(s)
AJ Price
Publication Year
2022
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