Summary
The paper discusses the effects of long-term exposure to blue light during sleep periods on mRNA m6A modification and expression in the Lateral Habenular of rats, suggesting that such exposure can lead to abnormal mRNA expression and m6A levels, potentially disturbing synaptic plasticity.
Categories
Sleep and insomnia: The paper investigates the effects of blue light exposure during sleep periods on mRNA m6A modification and expression in rats.
Cognitive function and memory: The study suggests that long-term exposure to blue light during sleep can disturb synaptic plasticity, which is crucial for cognitive function and memory.
Depression: The paper mentions that excessive exposure to blue light at night has been associated with depression, and the study's findings suggest potential molecular mechanisms for this association.
Phototherapy: The study investigates the effects of blue light, a form of phototherapy, on mRNA m6A modification and expression in rats.
Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the role of retinal ganglion cells in the regulation of serum melatonin levels, which are affected by blue light exposure.
Author(s)
Y Li, J Ren, Z Zhang, Y Weng, J Zhang, X Zou, S Wu
Publication Year
2023
Number of Citations
1
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