Summary
This paper discusses the effects of extraocular light on brain activity, focusing on the role of opsins, proteins that are sensitive to light, and their impact on physiology and behavior.
Categories
Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses how extraocular light can affect brain activity and attention, potentially influencing cognitive function.
Alertness and performance: The paper explores how extraocular light can impact alertness and performance, as measured through tasks requiring attention.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper's exploration of how light, specifically extraocular light, impacts brain activity could have implications for lighting design.
Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the role of opsins, which can be influenced by light, in various physiological processes, potentially including hormone regulation.
Author(s)
A Kovalainen
Publication Year
2018
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