Reflections
Notes on light, sleep and circadian rhythms from the LYS team and the researchers we work with.
The power of timing in treatments
Scientists have been investigating the efficacy of chronotherapy. It is the practice of treating patients in accordance with their inner biological clock.
The dark side of blue light and screen-time
Blue or short-wavelength light is crucial for our bodies. During the daytime, it activates our body’s internal clock. But blue light and screen-time is disruptive at...
Sex differences in circadian rhythms and light perception
Researchers have started investigating sex differences in circadian rhythms and light perception. Interesting results have been found since.
Age influences how much light you need
Ageing interferes with circadian rhythms and the visual system Ageing affects our body in various ways. It also influences our circadian rhythms and the amount of...
Your mental health and circadian rhythms are closely connected
Scientists now think that there is a deep connection between our mental health, circadian rhythms and sleep.