Dr. George Brainard's Research on Effects of Artificial Light on the Body Sought After by NASA Officials
A New York Times article highlights the latest research about how exposure to artificial light, particularly blue light from computers, TVs, etc., after the sun goes down can disrupt our circadian cycles and brains.
As one of the first researchers to study this area, George Brainard, PhD, director of Jefferson's Light Research Program, is quoted in the article.
Dr. Brainard and other researchers hope that by studying the effects of artificial light on the body it will lead to a new generation of lights and screens designs.
According to the article, NASA officials have approached Dr. Brainard about "designing light on the International Space Station in a way that promotes alertness during waking hours and encourages sleep during times of rest."
Read the full "In Eyes, a Clock Calibrated by Wavelengths of Light" article.
Publication: The New York Times
Published: 7/4/2011