One with Nature

Student: Wessel Antonissen

Partner: Signify and Workplace Vitality Hub

Coach: Bernard Grundlehner

Impact of NatureConnect

Effect of light

Poor lighting can lead to various negative effects. 50%-70% of office workers report headaches, 90% of people who spend more than 3 hours a day behind a computer experience eye strain, and excessive exposure to blue light in the evening can reduce melatonin production by up to 50%, resulting in disrupted sleep. These conditions can not only interfere with the daily tasks of healthcare professionals but also undermine their mental health and overall well-being.

What is NatureConnect

Signify's product, NatureConnect, is designed to counteract these negative effects. NatureConnect uses lighting and natural elements to create a natural environment and connect people with their surroundings.

Methode

What is the impact of NatureConnect on reaction time in working people?

• Two Controlled environments

• Office workers

• Average reaction time differences.

Results and conclusion

A t-test and Cohen’s D were used to measure the difference and effect size in reaction time between NatureConnect and normal lighting.In these tests No significant statistical difference was shown between the two environments. However, a medium effect size was measured, which suggests a relevant practical difference. Using these results, further research is recommended on a larger sample size, to create more reliable and valid results in the future.