The Richardson Neuroscience Lab

“Our lab studies the impact of light and dark exposure at the wrong time of the day on mammalian development, mood, and circadian behavior.”

-Dr. Melissa E. S. Richardson, PhD.

Become part of our research study!

Goal: We endeavor to understand how humans understand time biologically and psychologically.
Reason: Time perception affects attitudes towards sleep and productivity, two intertwined behaviors at the core of well-being and satisfaction.
Your reward: Resources to help you use your time better, improve sleep, and maximize productivity.

Research Interests

Using light therapy to treat circadian disruption to sleep, activity, and jet lag

Poorly-timed light and dark exposure and the developing brain

How disrupted circadian rhythms impact eating and cognitive behaviors

Contact us to learn more about this lab

email: mrichardson@oakwood.edu