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Researchers have designed and tested ‘human-centric’ LEDs that emit different wavelengths of blue light depending on whether it’s daytime or nighttime, reducing the disruptive effect artificial light has on our biological clock. They hope manufacturers… Continue reading Next-gen blue light LEDs could help keep sleep-wake cycles on track
Chinese multinational consumer tech company TCL has announced the “world’s first and only smartphone devices to offer a revolutionary full color paper-like visual experience” – featuring the company’s eye-friendly NXTPAPER technology.Continue ReadingCa… Continue reading TCL launches first smartphones with eye-friendly NXTPAPER display tech
In a study of studies, researchers concluded that eyeglasses that block blue light might not deliver on claims made by advertisers or optometrist offices. They caution consumers to think twice about shelling out the extra cash for the specs.Continue Re… Continue reading Blue-blocking glasses might not do much of anything, says new review
Caused by bacterial infections or diseases such as keratoconus, thinning of the cornea can lead to blindness if not addressed. An experimental new injectable material could help keep that from happening, by thickening compromised corneas when triggered… Continue reading Light-activated cornea-thickening biomaterial could save patients’ sight
Gestational diabetes, a potentially dangerous medical condition affecting pregnant women, has been seeing a worrisome spike in recent years. New research shows that the reason may have to do with how much excess light a woman encounters before sleeping… Continue reading Pre-sleep light exposure linked to gestational diabetes
Scientists have criticized new research claiming excessive smartphone use can be linked to early puberty onset. The research is unpublished, yet to be peer-reviewed, and was promoted through a press release packed with wild speculation, offering a perf… Continue reading No, a study did not find screen time causes early onset puberty
Jaundice affects about 60 percent of newborn babies, and while it usually clears up on its own, it can lead to hearing loss or brain damage. It’s therefore important to detect and treat the condition as soon as possible, which is exactly what a new cam… Continue reading Webcam system detects jaundice in babies, and begins treatment
Over the last few years some scientists have claimed the blue light emitted from the screens of many electronic devices can significantly disrupt our sleep patterns. To combat this almost every laptop or smartphone nowadays comes with a specific “night… Continue reading Blue-light-blocking phone night modes don’t help sleep, study finds
A small but promising study carried out at University of Arizona has uncovered some interesting possibilities around treatment for common concussion symptoms. The researchers found that by subjecting people with a mild brain injury to a dose of blue li… Continue reading Blue light lowers depression for concussion sufferers in early study