The various non-standard schedules required of shift workers force abrupt changes in the
timing of sleep and light-dark exposure. These changes result in disturbances of the …

Organisms have an evolutionarily conserved internal rhythm that helps them anticipate and
adapt to daily changes in the environment. Synchronized to the light–dark cycle with a …

Thin, soft, skin-like sensors capable of precise, continuous measurements of physiological
health have broad potential relevance to clinical health care. Use of sensors distributed over …

When heated by an electronic cigarette, propylene glycol and glycerol produce a nicotine-
carrying-aerosol. This hygroscopic/hyperosmolar aerosol can deposit deep within the lung …

Temperature is the most commonly collected vital sign in all of clinical medicine; it plays a
critical role in care decisions related to topics ranging from infection to inflammation, sleep …

Disrupted circadian rhythmicity is a prominent feature of modern society and has been
designated as a probable carcinogen by the World Health Organization. However, the …

Measurements of the thermal properties of the skin can serve as the basis for a noninvasive,
quantitative characterization of dermatological health and physiological status. Applications …

Objective Shift work is an essential element of modern labour, ensuring ideal conditions of
service for today's economy and society. Despite the beneficial properties, its impact on the …

Skin cancers are growing in incidence worldwide and are primarily caused by exposures to
ultraviolet (UV) wavelengths of sunlight. UV radiation induces the formation of photoproducts …

Background Stress is globally recognised as a risk factor impacting workers' health and
workplace safety. Women healthcare professionals are at risk for considerable stress given …