Summary
This paper investigates the effects of different light scenarios on the human circadian system and sleep, finding no conclusive evidence for differences between the three lighting conditions regarding circadian melatonin phase delays, melatonin suppression, subjective sleepiness, psychomotor vigilance or sleep.
Categories
Sleep and insomnia: The paper investigates the effects of different light scenarios on sleep, but finds no conclusive evidence for differences between the three lighting conditions.
Alertness and performance: The paper explores the impact of different light scenarios on alertness and performance, measured through psychomotor vigilance, but finds no conclusive evidence for differences between the three lighting conditions.
Cognitive function and memory: The paper indirectly references cognitive function through its investigation of alertness and performance under different light conditions.
Hormone regulation: The paper investigates the effects of different light scenarios on the regulation of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper explores the impact of different light scenarios, including blue-dim and yellow-bright flickering light, on the human circadian system and sleep.
Author(s)
C Blume, C Cajochen, I Schöllhorn, HC Slawik
Publication Year
2023
Number of Citations
1
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