Friday, November 15, 2024

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Launches Innovative Smart Lighting Testbed in Hospital Inpatient Environment

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Launches Innovative Smart Lighting Testbed in Hospital Inpatient Environment
The Smart Lighting Engineering Research Center from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has installed an innovative inpatient lighting testbed at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center in Albuquerque. This facility aims to explore the effects of automated LED lighting on human health conditions, including circadian rhythm disorders and various neurological issues such as depression and Parkinson’s disease. Equipped with advanced sensors and lighting controls, the system can replicate natural light variations and adjust in response to environmental changes, creating optimal conditions to enhance patient health and productivity. Initial research will focus on treating delayed sleep-wake phase disorder in college students, with broader implications for understanding how lighting affects various health outcomes. The interdisciplinary collaboration underscores a commitment to addressing complex health challenges through innovative technology.
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https://www.ledinside.com/news/2024/11/rensselaer_polytechnic_institute_installs_first_smart_lighting_testbed_in_hospital_inpatient_setting

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