Release: Strategic Partnership with Science of Light>>>
Indoor Exposure Index (INDEX) and Science of Light (SOL) Announce Strategic Partnership to Address "Mal-illumination" and Indoor Health Risks NAMPA, IDAHO — February 19, 2026 — The Indoor Exposure Index (INDEX) and the Science of Light (SOL), two leading 501(c)(3)…
Safer Surfactants>>>
Linear Primary Alcohol Ethoxylates (LAEs) are considered among the "safer" and more environmentally friendly surfactants, especially when compared to older generations like Alkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEs). In the world of cleaning chemistry, safety is measured by two metrics: how they affect…
One Page Guide to Full Spectrum Lighting >>>
1. The "Full Spectrum" Definition "Full Spectrum" is not a single technical term but a description of how closely a light source mimics the visible and invisible wavelengths of natural sunlight.While typical LEDs often have a "spike" in blue light…
Dr. Glen Jeffery’s “Eye-Opening” Work >>>
Professor Glen Jeffery is a leading Neuroscientist at the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology (London). His recent work has shifted from traditional vision science to a broader exploration of how light acts as a metabolic agent by interacting with mitochondria. Core…
INDEX / Indoor Health Council and GO AQS Announce Strategic Collaboration to Promote Unified Global Indoor Air Quality Standards >>>
New partnership introduces a science-backed, open-source framework and the "GO IAQS Score" to harmonize how the world measures and communicates indoor air health. Nampa, ID – February 5, 2026 – INDEX and its Indoor Health Council, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated…
Toolkit to Assess Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) >>>
These expert tips describe how to check your IAQ effectively and affordably. The total investment for equipment is approximately $200... [Smoke Pencil Image: Courtesy SmokePencil.com] Basic Air Quality Detection (Screening)Tool: Multifunctional (9-in-1) Intelligent DetectorEstimated Cost: ~$60Purpose: To establish baseline comfort…
Insights on Near Infrared Light – and Benefits >>>
Below is a summary of an open-access research paper from Nature.com posted by the 501(c)(3) Science of Light re: common LED lighting, near-infrared light, human health and vision. The Problem: "Malnourished" Light... Life on Earth thrives under sunlight, which contains…
The Hidden Cost of “Clean”: A Summary of Indoor Air and Health Risks >>>
Recommended 2024 Report: Cleaning products: Their chemistry, effects on indoor air quality, and implications for human health +Layperson's Summary+ Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the use of cleaning and disinfecting products has increased significantly in both homes and workplaces. While…