A new study finds fluorescent light bulbs, although eco- and budget-friendly, emit high levels of ultraviolet radiation.

Shining a light on dangerous microbes Public lighting — or a special kind of it — could be the next weapon in the war against the flu and other communicable diseases.

Scientists have learned that compact fluorescent light bulbs could give off ultraviolet radiation if their inner coating cracks. Light-emitting diodes, another eco-friendly lighting option, won't ...

Choose light bulbs that have the lowest possible irradiance (intensity). Cover fluorescent and halogen bulbs with light shields or filters that remove UV rays. Look for shields with readings of 380 to ...

Amazon built a UV-light-emitting robot designed to kill the novel coronavirus in Whole Foods stores and warehouses. Studies show that ultraviolet light can kill viruses and germs.

If you fly to Asia on the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner, you might find it a wee bit easier to fall asleep on the way. The light emitting diodes (LED) employed as cabin lighting have been programmed ...

CFL light bulbs also contain small amounts of mercury, a toxic element that's been linked to nerve damage, birth defects and other health risks.