THE IMPORTANCE OF DAYLIGHT FOR HEALTH - Lecture by Till Roenneberg, Professor of Chronobiology 

The Daylight Award 2024 laureate for Daylight Research shares his profound insights into the science of circadian rhythms and the vital role of daylight. In this exclusive lecture, presented during the award ceremony, Professor Till Roenneberg explores how natural light governs our biological clocks, the consequences of modern lifestyles on our sleep-wake cycles, and the critical need to reconnect with the natural patterns of daylight.
How does daylight impact our mental and physical well-being, and why understanding and respecting our body's natural rhythms can lead to a healthier, more balanced life - this lecture offers a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between biology and the environment.
Key Points:
• The science of circadian rhythms and their connection to daylight
• The effects of modern living on our biological clocks
• Practical advice on harnessing natural light for better health
• How daylight can influence mood, productivity, and overall well-being.
ABOUT TILL ROENNEBERG
Till Roenneberg is Emeritus Professor of Chronobiology at the Institute of Medical Psychology at Ludwig-Maximilian University (LMU) in Munich, Germany. He has dedicated most of his career to investigating the effects of light on circadian clocks, sleep, and health.
His fundamental research findings have been both highly cited and influential, and significantly, applied to multiple branches of society, spanning medicine, public policy, and architecture.
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