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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
"The human eye sees less than 1 per cent of the total electromagnetic spectrum. [Much has been learned] … about the mysterious light sources at either end of the visible spectrum—the ultraviolet, infrared, and so-called background radiation … [and] evidence…
—How to avoid misleading indoor air quality (IAQ) claims, choose the right equipment, methods, and “IAQ Story” to differentiate your services. See also ISSA Today, IAQ Washing. IAQ-washing is a subset of greenwashing — making misleading claims about environmental benefits…