Summary
This paper evaluates the performance of artificial and natural lighting in the outpatient chemotherapy room of the Brazilian Institute for Cancer Control (IBCC) in São Paulo, aiming to contribute to the comfort of these medical sector environments.
Categories
Cancer treatment and prevention: The paper evaluates the lighting in a chemotherapy room, which is directly related to cancer treatment.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper discusses the design of lighting in a chemotherapy room, evaluating the performance of artificial and natural lighting.
Author(s)
FMFF Almeida
Publication Year
2014
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