Abstract

Summary

This paper discusses the increasing prevalence of artificial light and its impact on natural darkness, including effects on wildlife, human health, and cultural heritage.
Categories

Categories

Sleep and insomnia: The paper discusses how exposure to artificial lights may exacerbate sleep disorders that affect 70 million Americans.
Cancer treatment and prevention: The paper suggests that exposure to artificial lights may contribute to an increased incidence of cancer among night-shift workers by impeding the production of tumor-fighting melatonin.
Shift work: The paper discusses the potential health risks for night-shift workers due to exposure to artificial light.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper explores different approaches to city lighting, including the impact of intense artificial light on local wildlife and the potential for softer, dimmer lighting to improve visibility and aesthetics.
Authors

Author(s)

P Bogard
Publication Date

Publication Year

2013
Citations

Number of Citations

138
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