Lighten Up! In the Rhythm of Day and Night
The biological clocks of living organisms and the impact of daylight are truly remarkable. When and how do we actually sleep and when do we need to be active? From bats to plants, insects to human beings 鈥� living creatures have internalised the 24-hour day/night cycle, thereby optimally adapting their behaviour and bodily functions.
In 鈥淟ighten Up!鈥�, well-known artists, designers and architects explore the link between living organisms and the circadian (circa diem = approximately one day) cycle of light and darkness. The show celebrates the power and beauty of daylight, introduces us to the mysteries of biological clocks and probes the secrets of sleep and dreams. In so doing, it reminds us not only of the passage of the sun across the sky, but also of the need for regular exposure to natural light for a healthy life.
At the same time, the exhibition shows how artificial light is making the nights ever brighter, with negative consequences for all living beings. Let鈥檚 regain the night and lighten up the day!
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The biological clocks of living organisms and the impact of daylight are truly remarkable. When and how do we actually sleep and when do we need to be active? From bats to plants, insects to human beings 鈥� living creatures have internalised the 24-hour day/night cycle, thereby optimally adapting their behaviour and bodily functions.
In 鈥淟ighten Up!鈥�, well-known artists, designers and architects explore the link between living organisms and the circadian (circa diem = approximately one day) cycle of light and darkness. The show celebrates the power and beauty of daylight, introduces us to the mysteries of biological clocks and probes the secrets of sleep and dreams. In so doing, it reminds us not only of the passage of the sun across the sky, but also of the need for regular exposure to natural light for a healthy life.
At the same time, the exhibition shows how artificial light is making the nights ever brighter, with negative consequences for all living beings. Let鈥檚 regain the night and lighten up the day!
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