Advancing the well-being of people and the planet through the science of light.
The Light and Health Research Center conducts traditional research while bridging the science of light to novel applications for the health of humans and the world at large in the following program areas:
The Light and Health Research Center conducts traditional research while bridging the science of light to novel applications for the health of humans and the world at large in the following program areas:
Light for Human Health
Using light to maintain healthy circadian rhythms
Light for Plant Health
Using light to control plant diseases
Light for Energy Efficiency
Reducing lighting's negative impact on the environment
Light for Transportation Safety
Evaluating lighting for the promotion of visibility, comfort, safety, and security
Education in Lighting
Dedicated to educating on our research findings
To learn more about our center, visit our Mount Sinai website: https://icahn.mssm.edu/research/light-health