Summary
This paper discusses the study of intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs) and their role in non-image forming behaviors, such as circadian entrainment and the pupillary light reflex.
Categories
Eye health: The paper discusses the role of ipRGCs in the eye and their function in non-image forming behaviors.
Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses how ipRGCs send light information to the brain, which can influence cognitive functions.
Sleep and insomnia: The paper discusses the role of ipRGCs in circadian entrainment, which is related to sleep patterns.
Phototherapy: The paper discusses the response of ipRGCs to light, which is relevant to phototherapy treatments.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper's discussion on how ipRGCs respond to light could have implications for lighting design.
Author(s)
TM Schmidt
Publication Year
2010
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