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GlossaryNear-Infrared Light (NIR light)

refers to wavelengths just beyond visible light, around 700-2500 nm

Near-Infrared Light (NIR) refers to a segment of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths just beyond the visible light range, typically from about 700 to 2500 nanometers. It is commonly used in medical imaging, remote sensing, and therapeutic applications due to its ability to penetrate tissues more deeply than visible light, making it useful for non-invasive diagnostics and treatments.

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research Response of Distinct Human Dermal Fibroblast Lineages to Visible Radiation: Potential for Differential Light-Based Therapy

September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Different types of human skin cells respond uniquely to various colors and doses of light, which could lead to specialized light treatments for skin conditions.

research A Pilot Study of ICG Laser Therapy of Acne Vulgaris: Photodynamic and Photothermolysis Treatment

108 citations, December 2003 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine”

ICG-enhanced NIR laser therapy may be a promising acne treatment with improvement and no side effects.

Photobiomodulation of Human Dermal Fibroblasts In Vitro: Decisive Role of Cell Culture Conditions and Treatment Protocols on Experimental Outcome

research Photobiomodulation of Human Dermal Fibroblasts In Vitro: Decisive Role of Cell Culture Conditions and Treatment Protocols on Experimental Outcome

39 citations, June 2017 in “Scientific Reports”

Different lab conditions and light treatment methods change how human skin cells respond to light therapy.

research Recent Advances in Highly-Efficient Near Infrared OLED Emitters

January 2024 in “Materials chemistry frontiers (Online)”

New near-infrared OLED emitters are more efficient, especially platinum(II) complexes, and have promising applications like hair growth treatment.

research ICG Laser Therapy of Acne Vulgaris

2 citations, July 2004 in “Proceedings of SPIE, the International Society for Optical Engineering/Proceedings of SPIE”

Near-infrared laser therapy with Indocyanine Green dye improves acne by reducing inflammation without side effects.

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