Essays about: "Light stimulus"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 21 essays containing the words Light stimulus.
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1. Let Us Put Our Brains in the Spotlight – Literally!
University essay from Lunds universitet/Examensarbeten i molekylärbiologiAbstract : Neurons are the working force in each vertebrate’s nervous system. These small cells have the important task of transferring information in the form of electrical charges called action potentials. Neurons make it possible for us to sense touch, process our environment, and store memory. READ MORE
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2. The Rights of Nature in the Scandinavian Wilderness : the case of Fulufjället National Park
University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för kultur och samhälleAbstract : The idea of recognizing the Rights of Nature has emerged as a response and an alternative source of stimulus to tackle today’s environmental problems causing eco-anxiety. This study intends to give insight on how a high level of environmental awareness can contribute substantially to a balanced relationship with Nature. READ MORE
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3. Assessment of the circadian stimulus potential of an integrative lighting system in an office area
University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljöAbstract : Nowadays, people spend 90% of their time indoors, thus creating a healthy indoor environment for occupants is of great importance. Lighting in office spaces is an important aspect when it comes to occupant health and well-being. READ MORE
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4. Lighting Evaluation and Design for the Stockholm Metro System Based on Current Models for Non-visual Responses
University essay from KTH/LjusdesignAbstract : Light has a wide and profound non-visual impact on the human body. It is related to the suppression or synthesis of a hormone called melatonin which regulates the human circadian clock. In Nordic countries like Sweden, lack of natural light in winter may lead to negative health effects such as circadian disorders or depression. READ MORE
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5. To see or not to see the error of one´s ways : Consciousness and the Error-Related Negativity
University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskapAbstract : The error-related negativity (ERN) is a widely-used electrophysiological measure of error processing in the brain. Whether the ERN supports conscious awareness of erring has yet to be determined. READ MORE