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31/01/2024

Keeping up with your new years’ resolutions?

It’s not just your diet or your workout plan which affects your health and well-being. Proper light exposure and good sleep are key contributing factors, too.

Figuring out which light you need for your space and finding the right solution can seem daunting. That’s why we are arranging seminars in 2024 where you can learn more about the effects of light and which solutions are available.

Email events@brainlit.com to make sure you don't miss out on our invitations! ☀

03/01/2024

With Biocentric lighting we at BrainLit aim to set a new standard for indoor lighting. Research shows how important daylight is for our overall health. To understand how light influences our biology: we have a type of light-sensitive cells in the eye called ipRGCs (intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells). When light hits the retina in our eyes, the ipRGCs signal to the master clock (a brain region called the suprachiasmatic nucleus) that it is daytime, and the master clock responds by suppressing the production of the sleep hormone melatonin. 👀 🧠

Today, we spend on average twenty-one out of 24 hours indoors, in environments with lighting often designed to only reach sufficient light levels for visual purposes. It means we do not get the daylight we need to stay healthy. As an example, it can be over 100 000 lux outdoors in direct sunlight, around 10 000 lux on a cloudy day, while indoors we often have only 100-500 lux, with a color spectrum that falls significantly below the desired level.

Biocentric lighting is meticulously engineered, based on scientific research. It provides the health effects associated with daylight that affects essential functions in the body, for example, sleep, alertness, ability to concentrate, metabolism, immune system, cognitive ability, and mental health.

👇 Read more about the visual system in “It all starts in the eye”
https://www.brainlit.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Why-is-BioCentric-Lighting-Important_ENG_2022_01_28_compressed.pdf

27/12/2023

“The light can really be a game-changer for us”

From boxing, to American football, to ice hockey. We’re incredibly proud that our solutions have proven successful for a variety of sports teams. 🏒

Here’s a shoutout to one of our first customers within the sports segment, Malmö Redhawks, where players and staff members benefit from Biocentric lighting in their dressing room and gym.

View the video to see the installation in action:
https://youtu.be/5Om3sNrcCH0?si=Izf6DZtqUEDfZ_t0

See how the Malmö Redhawks team benefit from Biocentric lighting to support both performance and recovery.

25/12/2023

Happy Holidays from Team BrainLit. As we wrap up another year, we would like to thank our customers, and partners, for your support. Thank you for making space for us in your workplaces, homes, and hearts.

Here's to an even brighter Biocentric 2024! 🌟

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21/12/2023

“We are exposed to too much light at night and not enough during the day because indoor electric lighting is far inferior to sunlight. In fact, according to recent research, a lack of sunlight during the day is even worse than the presence of light at night. Many cases of sleep problems are cured by addressing these environmental factors.”

Chronobiologist and Nobel prize laureate Michael Rosbash recently gave a lecture at the Madrid hospital and was subsequently interviewed by El Pais. His answers reveal new research results on the topic of chronobiology including the effects of light in relation to sleep deprivation.

How badly do screens affect our sleep? And is shift work potentially carcinogenic? Find out his answers in the interview.

Read it here 👉
https://english.elpais.com/health/2023-12-01/chronobiologist-and-nobel-laureate-in-medicine-michael-rosbash-lack-of-sunlight-during-the-day-is-worse-than-electric-lighting-at-night.html?outputType=amp

The scientist studies the molecular clock mechanisms of bacteria, plants and biomedical research’s most popular insect, the fruit fly

19/12/2023

We’d like to wish Otto Wallin good luck in his upcoming fight on December 23rd against Anthony Joshua. Otto is a keen user of Biocentric lighting, using our Alven solution to support both his sleep and performance.

"I have found that incorporating Brainlit’s Biocentric light into my training routine helps with my energy and focus while supporting higher quality sleep and faster recovery”

Go Otto! 🥊



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15/12/2023

We are happy to announce our partnership with the Philadelphia Union of Major League Soccer (MLS).

“BrainLit's technology aligns perfectly with our commitment to performance optimization and creates an environment where our players can thrive both physically and mentally." says Ernst Tanner, Sporting Director, Philadelphia Union.

At BrainLit, we are excited to work closely together in optimizing organizational health and performance. We look forward to bringing the Union the Biocentric performance advantage for years to come!

Read the full press release:

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/philadelphia-union-partners-with-brainlit-to-light-success-on-and-off-the-pitch-302014174.html

12/12/2023

6 years ago on December 10th, Jeffrey C. Hall, Michael Rosbash, and Michael W. Young were honored with the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Their discoveries unveiled a vital physiological mechanism that explains circadian adaptation, carrying significant implications for human health and disease.

The conclusion was that “The discovery of self-sustained transcription/ translation feedback loops as the central component of the molecular mechanism by which clock genes control circadian oscillations in cells and tissues has led to a new paradigm in our understanding of how organisms anticipate and adapt to the regular daily environmental cues such as light.”

Today, general awareness of circadian rhythms is growing and there is a better understanding of how light affects our health. Since 2017, the research field has grown vastly and we can see a rise in demand for commercial products designed to support our circadian rhythm.

Our business is deeply rooted in science. BrainLit specializes in light to deliver improved health and well-being with measurable outcomes. This includes our daylight technology, Biocentric lighting, which we deliver through different solutions and form factors. We own the intellectual property rights for the personalization of light environments based on user feedback which means we can address your needs directly.

Read more about the Nobel Prize here:
https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/medicine/2017/advanced-information/

Read more about our technology here:
https://www.brainlit.com/solutions/biocentric-lighting/

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2017 was awarded jointly to Jeffrey C. Hall, Michael Rosbash and Michael W. Young "for their discoveries of molecular mechanisms controlling the circadian rhythm"

07/12/2023

We are proud to add the Canadian Premier League to our global customer base!

A recent Biocentric lighting installation inside the renovated headquarters in Toronto offers a world-class, health-enhancing workplace for the league’s staff and visitors. The addition of BrainLit’s patented lighting technology is seen as an important performance and wellness enhancement for the CPL.

“Biocentric Light has meaningfully enhanced the lighting quality of our HQ, and I personally have felt its healthy impact,” says Mark Noonan, Commissioner, Canadian Premier League, and CEO, Canadian Soccer Business.

Read the full press release here:
https://www.brainlit.com/us/2023/10/19/canadian-premier-league-upgrades-hq-with-brainlits-biocentric-lighting/

05/12/2023

Time to improve your meeting rooms? Consider lighting which does not just have a visual but also a biological impact on your team. 💙 Improved meeting rooms results in improved meetings.

With Biocentric lighting, you can use light recipes customized for office use, ensuring the best possible environment for employees.

The light boosts productivity during meetings, helps you feel energized during your workday, as well as helps you wind down towards the end of the day - supporting your sleep. 💤

Check out our ready-to-use sets:
https://www.brainlit.com/solutions/sets/

30/11/2023

The NBA team Sacramento Kings now benefit from Biocentric lighting, having recently installed the technology throughout their practice facility and team locker room.

"The Sacramento Kings' implementation of BrainLit's Biocentric light not only advances game performance and lighting quality but also underscores our commitment to elevating the player, coach and staff experience, all through the application of state-of-the-art circadian lighting technology." Alex Rodrigo, Senior Vice President, Sacramento Kings & General Manager, Golden 1 Center.

Big opportunities come with the performance-enhancing properties of Biocentric lighting. Previous user data shows a 15% improvement in deep sleep, a 9% jump in general readiness, and an average 12% increase in cognitive performance – all crucial aspects for game time.

Go Kings! 👏

Read the press release:
https://www.brainlit.com/us/2023/11/01/brainlit-announces-new-partnership-with-the-sacramento-kings/

Photos by Kaylin Flatland

28/11/2023

Are you aware that a stable circadian rhythm has many benefits for our health and well-being, including a stable and regular sleep cycle? 🌙

The human sleep/wake cycle has evolved according to the solar day. Due to our modern lifestyle, we seldom wake up and go to sleep in accordance with sunrise and sunset. Factors such as varying work schedules, increase in screen time and jet-setting travel habits have led to many varieties for sleep- and wake time amongst the population. Whilst small differences are natural, humans feel and perform at our best when we are as closely aligned with the natural rhythm of the day as possible.

Biocentric lighting is designed to reclaim your natural rhythm and help it sync with the day. So that you wake up and go to sleep at a time that is optimal for you. Pretty cool, right?

Learn more on our website:
https://www.brainlit.com/science/circadian-rhythms/

24/11/2023

With Alven, access to Biocentric lighting has never been easier. Simply plug it in and enjoy the benefits of Biocentric lighting in the comfort of your home. Or in the gym. Or at the office. Where would you place yours?

💙 Support your immune system
💤 Get better sleep
💪 Boost your performance

Read more about Alven:
https://www.brainlit.com/solutions/alven/

20/11/2023

Healthy lighting in the workplace doesn’t need to be very expensive. In fact, a one-time investment in Biocentric lighting for your open landscape is an affordable option with benefits for both employers and employees.

Based on the average cost of our lighting system per employee combined with data from McKinsey – showing the impact of poor sleep and thus the benefits for a 15% improvement in sleep quality - our calculations show you will see earnings in just 6 months’ time.

Read the McKinsey study here: https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/life-sciences/our-insights/sleep-on-it-addressing-the-sleep-loss-epidemic-through-technology

Biocentric lighting creates a comfortable work environment as it supports the well-being of your team members, which can lead to fewer sick absences. Healthy lighting gives a strengthening in the immune system. Proper lighting ergonomics also reduce tension in eyes, neck, and shoulders, which has been shown to ease headaches.

Other benefits include:
✅ Better sleep
✅ Improved alertness
✅ Improved cognitive function

Sound like a good deal? Get in touch with us today👇
https://www.brainlit.com/get-a-quote/

17/11/2023

This year, ISO is working on launching an update of the indoor lighting standard 8995-1, which promotes higher requirements for indoor lighting. This is important news for the entire lighting industry as it makes human health and well-being a higher priority than ever before. 💙

The standard outlines the criteria for lighting solutions in most indoor workplaces and their related areas, covering the amount and quality of illumination.

So, what does this mean for you? Your indoor workplace lighting needs to meet certain requirements. 💡

Different light sources have different spectra and although they may all appear similar, they are drastically different from natural daylight. Most artificial light sources are lacking in blue light which is critical for our circadian rhythm.

Let us say you have an average schedule with working hours between 8am – 5pm. In this case during daytime, you want as much circadian impact as possible. At least 250 lux mEDI and preferably more. This is especially important during the early daytime, in accordance with the recommendations in the new draft ISO standard.

Looking for lighting that meets the requirements? Look no further than Biocentric lighting. We recommend going beyond 250 lux mEDI in many cases and Biocentric lighting solutions for 350 or 500 lux mEDI are available.

Biocentric lighting has a similar effect as daylight on your resistance against poor light exposure later during the day, for example in a scenario when you have been spending a whole day at your office in Biocentric lighting and then moved to a location where you are exposed to poor light in the evening. With this said it is still important to start reducing light levels a few hours before you go to sleep.

Read more about the standard 👇
https://www.brainlit.com/2023/11/07/a-new-iso-standard-for-indoor-lighting-to-enhance-our-health/

In 2023, a substantial consortium of light researchers has come together to shed light on the healthy effects of circadian lighting and define the measurements and thresholds to be applied.

16/11/2023

Lighting can improve student test results 👩‍🎓

Anneroskolan, a Swedish primary school located in Helsingborg, installed Biocentric lighting from BrainLit to improve both well-being and academic performance. Results show that from the spring semester of 2022 to the spring semester of 2023, the merit score increased by 10.3%.

“BrainLit became the obvious choice for us because their Biocentric lighting had documented measurements and effects,” says Birgitta Karlsson, Deputy Principal of Anneroskolan. “This positive outcome has been a strong confirmation that our initiative has been successful.”

Read more about Anneroskolan’s experience:
https://www.brainlit.com/2023/10/27/biocentric-lighting-at-anneroskolan-a-successful-initiative-for-improved-grades-and-reduced-absenteeism/

Anneroskolan, located in the Dalhem district of Helsingborg, is an F-9 school (from the age of 6 to 16) with approximately 300 students. The school's vision

10/11/2023

We do not all have the same need for light.

That is why our customized solutions are a popular choice amongst our customers. With our professionally installed Biocentric lighting systems, we can deliver health and well-being in virtually any indoor environment 🏠

From gyms to classrooms to conference rooms, customized Biocentric lighting solutions offer great adaptability when it comes to activity-based lighting and individual light recipes. We can design the spectra to deliver the light you need when you need it.

Want to learn more about our customized solutions? Click here 👇 https://www.brainlit.com/solutions/customized/

08/11/2023

Introducing Christina Bengtsson: A former military officer, a world champion precision shooter, an acclaimed author, a thought leader, and a passionate friend of Biocentric lighting. In a world full of distractions, Christina has embarked on a mission to Reclaim focus®. Her captivating lectures resonate with audiences globally, from prestigious TEDx stages to international business schools and major corporations. Her goal is clear: the more individuals grasp the value of a focused mindset, the healthier our world becomes.

”Having a focused mindset and the courage to concentrate on what is meaningful can be life and world changing.”

Together, BrainLit and Christina have a common goal: to find long-term solutions that support people's cognitive ability, presence and attention. Christina is a fond user of Biocentric lighting , recognizing its undeniable impact on human acuity. She discerns that a stabilized circadian rhythm makes a substantial difference.

Read Christina’s story here 👇
https://www.brainlit.com/2023/11/08/christina-bengtsson-partners-with-brainlit-for-a-focused-and-healthy-future/

Introducing Christina Bengtsson: A former military officer, a world champion precision shooter, an acclaimed author, a thought leader, and a passionate friend of Biocentric lighting.