Using cellphones, tablets before bedtime affects sleep
August 30th, 2012 - 12:21 am ICT by IANS
London, Aug 29 (IANS) If you happen to be one of those who often find it difficult to fall asleep at night, the reason could be usage of cellphones or ... Read more...
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In spring, extended daylight disrupts teens’ sleep patterns
July 27th, 2010 - 2:31 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, July 27 (ANI): Teenagers tend to delay bedtimes during Spring, thanks to the later sunset and extended daylight exposure in the season, say researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Lighting Research Center ... Read more...
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Lack of morning light delays sleep in teens
February 17th, 2010 - 1:14 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Feb 17 (ANI): Insufficient daily morning light exposure contributes to teenagers not getting enough sleep, concludes a new study."As teenagers spend more time indoors, they miss out on essential morning light ... Read more...
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Proven method can significantly reduce energy consumption in street lighting
November 8th, 2009 - 1:31 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, November 8 (ANI): Scientists have demonstrated in multiple field tests that, by using what they describe as a Unified System of Photometry, a street lighting system can be designed to reduce ... Read more...
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Goggle-like device could improve sleep quality in elderly
May 30th, 2009 - 1:22 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, May 30 (ANI): Scientists from Lighting Research Centre (LRC) have developed a goggle-like device designed to deliver blue light directly to the eyes to improve sleep quality in older adults suffering ... Read more...
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Excess of light can be polluting too
September 10th, 2008 - 12:05 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Sep 10 (IANS) Excess of illumination at night can compromise sleep and cause problems for stargazing and animal health. Balancing public and private interests for lighting has been a difficult undertaking. ... Read more...
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Body clock can distinguish between different colours of light
June 7th, 2008 - 2:43 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, June 7 (ANI): The human circadian system seems to have the ability to distinguish between different colours of light, say scientists.The circadian system is a term used for biological ... Read more...
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