Articles by author - Barbara Plitnick

The impact of light from computer monitors on melatonin levels in college students.

Figueiro M, Wood B, Plitnick B, Rea M.

Comparative Study 2011; 32(2): 158-163 PubMed PMID: 21552190  Keywords:  Adult, Circadian Rhythm:physiology, Computers, Humans, Light, Lighting, Melatonin:metabolism, Saliva:metabolism, Sleep:physiology, Students, Universities,.    Citation

OBJECTIVES: Self-luminous electronic devices emit optical radiation at short wavelengths, close to the peak sensitivity of melatonin suppr.....

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