Desk lamp that boosts mood and fights drowsiness tested in new study
NCT ID NCT05619133
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a desk lamp that gives off near-infrared light can help people who feel sleepy or down during the day. Eighty healthy adults aged 25 to 65 used the lamp at their desk for two weeks. Researchers checked changes in mood, drowsiness, sleep quality, and blood markers to see if the light made a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- near-infrared light from a modified desk lamp
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to boost energy and mood using light at your desk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early study with only 80 people. The effects may be small or not last, and the lamp setup might not be practical for everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Chrono@Work
Groningen, 9743 AD, Netherlands
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