Assessing Human Eye Exposure to UV Light: A Narrative Review

Marro, Michele; Moccozet, Laurent; Vernez, David

doi:10.3389/fpubh.2022.900979

Cited by 6 publications

(2 citation statements)

References 52 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Even though the involvement of dimerization yields highly functional materials, all the studies mentioned above required UV irradiation, which is harmful to the human body. [ 91,92 ] Therefore, halochromic chromophore like styrylquinoxaline was employed to induce a red light‐induced photocycloaddition. [ 72,93 ] Recently, a hydrogel that responded to different visible light was developed based on two red‐shifted chromophores, styrylpyrido[2,3‐b]pyrazine (SPP) and acrylpyerene (AP) as depicted in Figure .…”

Section: Applications Of Dimerizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Even though the involvement of dimerization yields highly functional materials, all the studies mentioned above required UV irradiation, which is harmful to the human body. [91,92] Therefore, halochromic chromophore like styrylquinoxaline was [86] Copyright 2018, The Authors, published by American Association for the Advancement of Science.…”

Section: Applications Of Dimerizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 1 more Smart Citation

Recent Progress in Polymers with Dynamic Covalent Bonds

Li,

Peng,

Zhu

et al. 2023

Macro Chemistry & Physics

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Dynamic covalent bonds have attracted huge interest in the past two decades, particularly in polymer materials, due to their reversibility. The introduction of dynamic covalent bonds into polymers often endows the polymers with unprecedented properties such as self‐healing, shape memory, enhanced mechanical strength, and stimuli responsiveness. Specifically, dynamic covalent bonds offer unique opportunities for self‐healing materials by enabling spontaneous reformation of covalent linkages and restoring structural integrity upon damaged or mechanical stress. Additionally, shape memory behavior allows polymers to retain programmed shapes and undergo reversible transformations triggered by external stimuli. This property finds applications in various fields such as biomedical devices and smart textiles. Furthermore, dynamic covalent bonds enhance mechanical strength, making polymers resilient and durable, thus expanding their applications in structural materials. Their stimuli responsiveness allows for dynamic modulation of properties based on environmental triggers, enabling the development of intelligent materials for sensors, drug delivery systems, and responsive coatings. This review provides an overview of commonly employed dynamic covalent bonds in polymer materials, explaining their dynamic behaviors, reversibility, and stabilities. It also explores the diverse applications that have emerged from harnessing the unique properties of dynamic covalent bond‐based polymers, from self‐healing coatings to shape memory polymers. Through these advancements, the potential for future breakthroughs in materials science becomes evident.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved

show abstract

Section: Applications Of Dimerizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Even though the involvement of dimerization yields highly functional materials, all the studies mentioned above required UV irradiation, which is harmful to the human body. [91,92] Therefore, halochromic chromophore like styrylquinoxaline was [86] Copyright 2018, The Authors, published by American Association for the Advancement of Science.…”

Section: Applications Of Dimerizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Recent Progress in Polymers with Dynamic Covalent Bonds

Li,

Peng,

Zhu

et al. 2023

Macro Chemistry & Physics

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

Quantum Retina

Moazed

2023

Quantum Biology of the Eye

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

The effects of exposure to solar radiation on human health

Neale

Lucas

Byrne

et al. 2023

Photochem Photobiol Sci

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

This assessment by the Environmental Effects Assessment Panel (EEAP) of the Montreal Protocol under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) evaluates the effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation on human health within the context of the Montreal Protocol and its Amendments. We assess work published since our last comprehensive assessment in 2018. Over the last four years gains have been made in knowledge of the links between sun exposure and health outcomes, mechanisms, and estimates of disease burden, including economic impacts. Of particular note, there is new information about the way in which exposure to UV radiation modulates the immune system, causing both harms and benefits for health. The burden of skin cancer remains high, with many lives lost to melanoma and many more people treated for keratinocyte cancer, but it has been estimated that the Montreal Protocol will prevent 11 million cases of melanoma and 432 million cases of keratinocyte cancer that would otherwise have occurred in the United States in people born between 1890 and 2100. While the incidence of skin cancer continues to rise, rates have stabilised in younger populations in some countries. Mortality has also plateaued, partly due to the use of systemic therapies for advanced disease. However, these therapies are very expensive, contributing to the extremely high economic burden of skin cancer, and emphasising the importance and comparative cost-effectiveness of prevention. Photodermatoses, inflammatory skin conditions induced by exposure to UV radiation, can have a marked detrimental impact on the quality of life of sufferers. More information is emerging about their potential link with commonly used drugs, particularly anti-hypertensives. The eyes are also harmed by over-exposure to UV radiation. The incidence of cataract and pterygium is continuing to rise, and there is now evidence of a link between intraocular melanoma and sun exposure. It has been estimated that the Montreal Protocol will prevent 63 million cases of cataract that would otherwise have occurred in the United States in people born between 1890 and 2100. Despite the clearly established harms, exposure to UV radiation also has benefits for human health. While the best recognised benefit is production of vitamin D, beneficial effects mediated by factors other than vitamin D are emerging. For both sun exposure and vitamin D, there is increasingly convincing evidence of a positive role in diseases related to immune function, including both autoimmune diseases and infection. With its influence on the intensity of UV radiation and global warming, the Montreal Protocol has, and will have, both direct and indirect effects on human health, potentially changing the balance of the risks and benefits of spending time outdoors. Graphical abstract

show abstract

Assessing Human Eye Exposure to UV Light: A Narrative Review

Cited by 6 publications

References 52 publications

Recent Progress in Polymers with Dynamic Covalent Bonds

Recent Progress in Polymers with Dynamic Covalent Bonds

Quantum Retina

The effects of exposure to solar radiation on human health

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About