Exploring how natural light affects sleep patterns
Investigating relationships between naturalistic light exposure and sleep
This study is looking at how getting natural light during the day can help people sleep better at night, and it’s for anyone interested in improving their sleep habits, especially as it considers how age and gender might play a role.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10919847 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between exposure to natural light and sleep regularity, aiming to identify how different dimensions of light exposure can influence sleep patterns. By examining factors such as age and sex, the study seeks to uncover biological markers associated with sleep irregularity. The research will utilize advanced statistical analysis and epigenetic methods to validate findings through prospectively collected data, ultimately aiming to inform public health interventions for better sleep health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing irregular sleep patterns or those interested in improving their sleep health.
Not a fit: Patients with stable and regular sleep patterns may not receive significant benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for enhancing sleep quality and overall health through better management of light exposure.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impact of environmental factors on sleep, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wallace, Danielle a. — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Wallace, Danielle a.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.