March 31st, 2025
Role of ipRGCs in Human Health and Well-being
Unlike cones and rods, ipRGCs are not primarily involved in forming visual images. Instead, they play a crucial role in non-visual responses to light, particularly in regulating circadian rhythms, sleep, mood, and cognitive functions. They contain melanopsin, a photopigment that is most sensitive to blue light (≈480 nm). 1. Circadian Rhythm Regulation • ipRGCs send […]