Exploring the Spectrum (1974)
The Effects of Natural and Artificial Light on Living Organisms
An exciting video journey through the world of time-lapse photography by one of the founders of the science of photobiology, Dr. John Nash Ott. Do fluorescent lights cause cancer and childhood learning and behavior disorders? Can long-term exposure to low-level radiation as from TV sets, computers, fluorescent lights, and similar devices harm you? Does living behind window glass and with glasses covering our eyes over years affect our health? Is natural sunlight and trace ultra-violet radiation really harmful? Or is it necessary and beneficial? How do cells, plants, and animals respond to constant exposure to different light color frequencies? These and similar questions were the subjects of Dr. Ott's pioneering investigations in the field of photobiology, using the methods of time-lapse photography.
Cast
- John Nash Ott - Himself
Screenplay
- John Nash Ott (Author)
Keywords
light, health, time lapse photography, ultraviolet light
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Exploring the Spectrum about?
- An exciting video journey through the world of time-lapse photography by one of the founders of the science of photobiology, Dr. John Nash Ott. Do fluorescent lights cause cancer and childhood learning and behavior disorders? Can long-term exposure to low-level radiation as from TV sets, computers, fluorescent lights, and similar devices harm you? Does living behind window glass and with glasses covering our eyes over years affect our health? Is natural sunlight and trace ultra-violet radiation really harmful? Or is it necessary and beneficial? How do cells, plants, and animals respond to constant exposure to different light color frequencies? These and similar questions were the subjects of Dr. Ott's pioneering investigations in the field of photobiology, using the methods of time-lapse photography.
- Who directed Exploring the Spectrum?
- Exploring the Spectrum was directed by John Nash Ott.
- Who stars in Exploring the Spectrum?
- Exploring the Spectrum stars John Nash Ott.
- How long is Exploring the Spectrum?
- Exploring the Spectrum has a runtime of 1h 18m (78 minutes).
- What genre is Exploring the Spectrum?
- Exploring the Spectrum is a Documentary film.