NEW YORK, June 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- At the New York Blue Light Symposium press conference, the Blue Light Society will bring together renowned ophthalmologists, sleep specialists and researchers from the U.S. and abroad to discuss the latest studies on the effects of natural blue light and blue light emitted from LED devices on the human body.
With the advent of efficient LED lighting, proliferation of devices, and an increase in late-night working hours, humans are exposed to more artificial light today than ever before. The event will provide an opportunity to hear clinical studies pertaining to the dangers of blue light and exchange information on the issues related in this field of research.
Who: Confirmed speakers for the press conference include renowned cancer epidemiologist from the University of Connecticut Health Center, Dr. Richard G. Stevens, and Chair of the International Blue Light Society and esteemed ophthalmologist from the Keio University School of Medicine, Dr. Kazuo Tsubota, among others.
Who Should Attend: Scientists, clinicians and other professionals interested in the many aspects of blue light studies.
When: Press conference will take place from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. EDT on Friday, June 26. For a complete program of the New York Blue Light Symposium, visit: http://blue-light.biz/2isbls/program.html
Where: New York Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway, New York, NY 10036. (Manhattan Ballroom, 8th floor)
To register, visit: http://blue-light.biz/2isbls/registration.html
Media Registration Information: Seating is limited at the New York Blue Light Symposium press conference and registration is required. Members of the media interested in attending the press conference or requiring more information should email inquiries to Renatta Siewert at [email protected].
About New York Blue Light Symposium
The New York Blue Light Symposium is organized by the International Blue Light Society, which was founded in 2013 by 21 charter members from five countries. The conference is an excellent opportunity for scientists, clinicians and other professionals to discuss and learn about the many aspects of blue light and its effect on the human body.
The Chair of the Blue Light Symposium is Dr. Kazuo Tsubota, ophthalmologist from Keio University School of Medicine. For more information about the event, visit: http://blue-light.biz/2isbls/index.html.
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