Investigating the methods and health outcomes of research studies on light pollution and human physiology and behaviour: a systematic review

Dorukalp Durmus; Maria Nilsson Tengelin; Annika Jagerbrand

Investigating the methods and health outcomes of research studies on light pollution and human physiology and behaviour: a systematic review

Dorukalp Durmus
, Maria Nilsson Tengelin
, Annika Jagerbrand

Architectural Engineering

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6 Scopus citations

Abstract

Light at night (LAN) enables humans to extend their lifestyle and exploration, cultivates economic growth, and increases the perception of safety. On the other hand, LAN has been connected to adverse health outcomes, such as circadian disruption, mood effects, and increased breast cancer incidence risk in humans. Studies investigating health outcomes of LAN utilize a variety of methods sometimes resulting in conflicting outcomes. We conducted a systematic review focusing on the experimental methods and health outcomes of LAN studies. While most studies found a negative impact of LAN on human health, lighting conditions were not adequately reported or controlled in many cases. Recommendations are provided for future research studies investigating LAN effects on human health outcomes.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)	9782492754005
State	Published - 2022
Event	Joint Conference on 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022 - Toulouse, France Duration: Jun 1 2022 → Jun 3 2022

Publication series

Name	2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022

Conference

Conference	Joint Conference on 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022
Country/Territory	France
City	Toulouse
Period	6/1/22 → 6/3/22

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

Energy Engineering and Power Technology
Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology

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Durmus, D., Tengelin, M. N., & Jagerbrand, A. (2022). Investigating the methods and health outcomes of research studies on light pollution and human physiology and behaviour: a systematic review. In 2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022 (2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc..

Durmus, Dorukalp ; Tengelin, Maria Nilsson ; Jagerbrand, Annika. / Investigating the methods and health outcomes of research studies on light pollution and human physiology and behaviour : a systematic review. 2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2022. (2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022).

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Durmus, D, Tengelin, MN & Jagerbrand, A 2022, Investigating the methods and health outcomes of research studies on light pollution and human physiology and behaviour: a systematic review. in 2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022. 2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., Joint Conference on 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022, Toulouse, France, 6/1/22.

Investigating the methods and health outcomes of research studies on light pollution and human physiology and behaviour: a systematic review. / Durmus, Dorukalp; Tengelin, Maria Nilsson; Jagerbrand, Annika.
2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2022. (2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022).

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Durmus D, Tengelin MN, Jagerbrand A. Investigating the methods and health outcomes of research studies on light pollution and human physiology and behaviour: a systematic review. In 2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. 2022. (2022 Joint Conference - 11th International Conference on Energy Efficiency in Domestic Appliances and Lighting and 17th International Symposium on the Science and Technology of Lighting, EEDAL/LS:17 2022).

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