Circadian Entrainment to the Natural Light-Dark Cycle across Seasons and the Weekend
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cub.2016.12.041
Abstract: Reduced exposure to daytime sunlight and increased exposure to electrical lighting at night leads to late circadian and sleep timing [1-3]. We have previously shown that exposure to a natural summer 14 hr 40 min:9 hr 20 min light-dark… read more here.
Keywords: weekend; light dark; exposure; dark cycle ... See more keywords
Effect of natural light on the phenolic compounds contents and coloration in the peel of ‘Xiyanghong’ (Pyrus bretschneideri×Pyrus communis)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.109052
Abstract: Abstract Pear (Pyrus) is one of the most important fruit trees in the world. As an important pear cultivar, ‘Xiyanghong’ (P. bretschneideri × P. communis) is widely cultivated. However, its red skin is commonly occurred in the… read more here.
Keywords: light; peel; pyrus; phenolic compounds ... See more keywords
Designing an integrated daylighting system for deep-plan spaces in Malaysian low-rise buildings
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DOI: 10.1016/j.solener.2017.04.001
Abstract: Abstract Daylighting technologies have been developed recently to harness solar energy, and eventually, meet the goals of sustainable development. However, the use of natural light in the tropics is challenging. Many factors limit the efficiency… read more here.
Keywords: daylighting system; system; integrated daylighting; system delivered ... See more keywords
Effects of natural light on improving the lighting and energy efficiency of buildings: toward low energy consumption and CO2 emission
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DOI: 10.1093/ijlct/ctaf057
Abstract: Findings from simulations and case studies reveal a significant reduction in energy consumption and CO2 emissions, with up to 30% improvement in overall energy efficiency. The framework demonstrates that combining natural light optimization with intelligent… read more here.
Keywords: natural light; energy; energy efficiency; energy consumption ... See more keywords
Response of Arabidopsis primary metabolism and circadian clock to low night temperature in a natural light environment
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DOI: 10.1093/jxb/ery276
Abstract: Central metabolism and the circadian clock are impacted by co-variation in light and temperature in Arabidopsis plants grown in a natural light environment. read more here.
Keywords: light environment; natural light; circadian clock; metabolism circadian ... See more keywords
Latent fingermark degradation processes by 3D imaging: The impact of substrate type and natural light on ridge height
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DOI: 10.1111/1556-4029.70000
Abstract: Friction ridge patterns, including those from latent fingermarks, are valuable physical evidence in the identification of individuals in criminal and humanitarian investigations. Although latent fingermarks may persist over extended periods, their time‐dependent degradation remains poorly… read more here.
Keywords: ridge height; natural light; fingermark degradation; ridge ... See more keywords
A Study on Nonvisual Effects of Natural Light Environment in a Maternity Ward of a Hospital in Cold Area
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/8608892
Abstract: Thanks to the discovery of human eye photoreceptor cells, ipGRC and human nonvisual channels, the nonvisual effects of light have gradually come to our vision and been rationally utilized. Along with this trend, people have… read more here.
Keywords: natural light; light environment; effects natural; maternity ward ... See more keywords
Development of a natural light reproduction system for maintaining the circadian rhythm
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DOI: 10.1177/1420326x19855421
Abstract: Circadian rhythm is linked to sleep, arousal and human health overall, affecting body temperature and heart rate. A 24-h natural-light cycle provides optimum lighting environment for humans. However, as people increasingly stay indoors with artificial… read more here.
Keywords: development natural; system; circadian rhythm; natural light ... See more keywords
Varying levels of natural light intensity affect the phyto-biochemical compounds, antioxidant indices and genes involved in the monoterpene biosynthetic pathway of Origanum majorana L.
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DOI: 10.1186/s12870-024-05739-5
Abstract: Light is a critical environmental factor in plants, encompassing two vital aspects: intensity and quality. To assess the influence of different light intensities on Origanum majorana L., pots containing the herb were subjected to four… read more here.
Keywords: light intensity; natural light; intensity; origanum majorana ... See more keywords
Performance of growing pigs subjected to lighting programs in climate-controlled environments
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DOI: 10.1590/1807-1929/agriambi.v24n9p616-621
Abstract: ABSTRACT The objective of this research was to evaluate the thermal comfort, physiological responses and performance of pigs in the growth phase, subjected to supplemental lighting programs in air-conditioned environments, in semiarid region of Pernambuco… read more here.
Keywords: evaporative cooling; performance; performance growing; lighting programs ... See more keywords
Effect of artificial natural light on the development of myopia among primary school-age children in China: a three-year longitudinal study.
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DOI: 10.18240/ijo.2024.05.18
Abstract: AIM To assess the efficacy of artificial natural light in preventing incident myopia in primary school-age children. METHODS This is a prospective, randomized control, intervention study. A total of 1840 students from 39 classes in… read more here.
Keywords: natural light; control; light; group ... See more keywords