Monochromatic light modifies neural connections
2022
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Terrassa, Spain
Growing research indicates that light exposure can positively impact health-related problems such as spring asthenia, circadian rhythm disruption, and even bipolar disorders and Alzheimer’s. However, the extent and location of changes in brain areas caused by exposure to monochromatic light remain largely unknown. In this pilot study with seven participants, functional magnetic resonance is used to show light-dependent functional connectivity patterns on brain networks. The researchers demonstrated that 1 min of blue, green, or red light exposure modifies the functional connectivity of a broad range of visual and non-visual brain regions. Results can be relevant for future research on the impact of light stimulation on brain function and in various health disciplines.
Functional connectivity of brain networks with three monochromatic wavelengths: a pilot study using resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging
Marc Argilés
Added on: 01-19-2023
[1] https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-022-20668-9[2] https://neurosciencenews.com/monochromatic-light-stimulation-brain-22279/
