Reflections · wellbeing

Reflections

Notes on light, sleep and circadian rhythms from the LYS team and the researchers we work with.

shift work

Light helps to cope with shift work

Modern society works around the clock. How light strategies and chronotype analysis can improve the wellbeing of shift workers?

working from home

Stay healthy and engaged whilst Working From Home with LYS

Working From Home might mean fewer meetings and more time with family. But how can employers look after the wellbeing of remote staff?

Seasonal affective disorder and light

Seasonal Affective Disorder and the power of light

Seasonal Affective Disorder, or the Winter Blues, is a type of depression. Learn how light can treat and even prevent the disorder.

Circadian rhythms could be key to treating COVID-19

Circadian rhythms could be key to the treatment and prevention of COVID-19

One key area of interest is the relationship between circadian rhythms and our immune system. Why our circadian rhythms could be key to treating COVID-19.

How to build healthy cities

How data and technology can help the world to Build Back Better

Representatives from the WHO, the EU Commission and technology sector explore how to build healthy cities in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

Client Story: How EDGE used LYS to create healthier buildings

Client Story: How EDGE used LYS to create healthier buildings

Workplace Evaluation and Light Diet® The client EDGE is a real estate company that specialises in sustainable and healthy high-tech buildings. Leaders in their field of...

Light and Social Jet Lag

‘We can use this crisis to become more aware of social jet lag’ - In conversation with Dr Myriam Juda

Dr. Myriam Juda is Adjunct Professor Of Psychology at Simon Fraser University. She is a consultant and research psychologist specialising in circadian rhythms. With expertise in...

Sleep to circadian health

From sleep to circadian health - the focus is shifting

It suddenly feels like the world has woken up to the importance of circadian rhythms. Earlier this month, the Global Wellness Summit announced that circadian rhythms...

In conversation with a LYS Researcher - ‘We need new tools and new data'

In conversation with a LYS Researcher - ‘We need new tools and new data'

Karen Van Creveld is a researcher and lighting designer with her own practice. In 2019, Karen was awarded the prestigious Jean Heap Bursary from the Society...

circadian lighting

The future of Human Centric Lighting

Human Centric Lighting is big business for designers, architects and scientists. But are we reaching beyond the facts?   What is Human Centric Lighting? Human Centric...

Productivity and work

How light affects your performance at work

What’s your favourite thing about your office? Most people might think of the cutting-edge design, the onsite cafe, or maybe just the location. However, one of...

Winter Blues

The Science of SAD: Why winter makes you feel low

As the days get shorter and the cold nights draw in, it’s common to feel gloomy at this time of year. For many of us, it...