Seasonal Variation in the Responsiveness of the Melanopsin System to Evening Light: Why We Should Report Season When Collecting Data in Human Sleep and Circadian Studies

It is well known that variations in light exposure during the day affect light sensitivity in the evening. More daylight reduces sensitivity, and less daylight increases it. On average days, we spend less time outdoors in winter and receive far less light than in summer. Therefore, it could be relev...

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Main Authors: Isabel Schöllhorn, Oliver Stefani, Christine Blume, Christian Cajochen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-11-01
Series:Clocks & Sleep
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2624-5175/5/4/44