Summary
This paper discusses the effects of different sizes of light sources on the suppression of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep, and suggests that the size of the light source could have an impact on the body's circadian rhythm.
Categories
Sleep and insomnia: The paper discusses the impact of light on melatonin suppression, which is directly related to sleep regulation.
Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the impact of light on the suppression of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper discusses the effects of different sizes of light sources on the suppression of melatonin, suggesting that the size of the light source could have an impact on the body's circadian rhythm.
Author(s)
L Thelen, P Novotny, DIK Broszio, M Knoop
Publication Year
2019
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