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A First Look at Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9

William Attardi on July 27, 2026

At Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 in London, Explore Samsung Watches | Galaxy Smartwatches | Samsung US  Samsung Electronics unveiled Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9, expanding the digital health experience on the wrist. From the moment users wake up to the time they finish a workout and begin recovery, a smartwatch stays in contact with the body throughout the day. Galaxy Watch Ultra2 (on left), built for precise workout tracking and structured training in demanding environments. Galaxy Watch9 (on right), designed for everyday health management spanning sleep, cardiovascular health, exercise and recovery. https://www.ledinside.com/news/2026/7/2026_07_27_02

Design Research Looks at How Lighting Affects Mood by Jim Romeo

William Attardi on April 1, 2026

A 2026 study published in The Journal of the Illuminating Engineering Society is adding a new layer to the conversation about lighting design—one that electrical contractors and electricians working in commercial environments may want to pay close attention to. The research explored whether lighting conditions influence people’s self-reported mood, perception and health symptoms. Twenty-eight participants took part in the study, working in pairs inside a controlled room under two different diffused-light conditions: variable daylight and static artificial lighting. The test environment was designed to remove visual cues such as windows or outdoor views. Participants could not tell whether the light they were experiencing was coming from daylight or an electric system. Both lighting conditions met current circadian-oriented lighting guidance and delivered strong daytime illumination levels. The results revealed a clear difference at: Design Research Looks at How Lighting Affects Mood – Electrical Contractor Magazine

Can Better Lighting Unlock a Healthier, Higher-Performing Office? by Fabio Zaniboni

William Attardi on February 21, 2026

Outdated lighting can hurt employee performance—but replacing it with human-centric smart lighting systems can restore productivity while operating efficiently. Here’s how.

  • Traditional office lighting often causes eye strain and fatigue, negatively impacting employee performance and well-being.
  • Human-centric smart lighting systems mimic natural daylight, supporting circadian rhythms and improving sleep quality and alertness.
  • Data-enabled lighting provides real-time insights into space utilization, enabling more efficient energy use and workspace optimization.
  • Personalized lighting controls empower employees, enhancing their comfort and perceived productivity in hybrid work environments.
  • Adopting wellness-focused lighting aligns with standards like WELL and LEED, giving organizations a competitive edge in attracting top talent.

Can Better Lighting Unlock a Healthier, Higher-Performing Office? | Buildings

How Natural Daylight Elevates Occupants’ Health and Productivity by Neall Digert

William Attardi on January 18, 2026

Access to daylight benefits not just people’s bodies, but their brains. Here’s why—and what you need to know about human-centric environments that ensure people can enjoy natural light. Key Highlights:

  • Natural daylight triggers serotonin and cortisol production, boosting mood, reducing anxiety, and supporting sleep regulation.
  • Exposure to daylight improves cognitive performance, reduces eye strain, and enhances productivity in workplaces and schools.
  • Maximizing daylight in healthcare settings can shorten hospital stays and promote faster recovery.
  • Daylight stimulates nitric oxide release, improving cardiovascular health and athletic performance.
  • Strategic daylighting design is essential for creating healthier, more productive, and human-centric environments across various sectors.

How Natural Daylight Elevates Occupants’ Health and Productivity | Buildings

Americans in Their 80s and 90s Are Redefining Old Age by Amy Dockser Marcus

William Attardi on May 19, 2025

Dementia rates are down, recovery rates are up. Many are thriving mentally and physically deep into their later years. According to research at the Stanford Center on Longevity, older Americans report higher levels of emotional well-being and lower levels of negative emotions compared with young adults.  By 2034, for the first time in U.S. history, adults 65 and older will outnumber people under 18. Although more older Americans are living with chronic disease such as arthritis, high blood pressure or diabetes, Lachs said these statistics say little about the quality of these lives. No one now disputes the role that regular exercise, good sleep and a healthy diet play in lengthening lives and improving their quality. The market for more radical interventions for boosting health and longevity, including supplements and off-label drugs, is robust and growing.  Americans in Their 80s and 90s Are Redefining Old Age – WSJ

It’s Back to School – How Some of Our Most Acknowledged Universities Got Their Name – Who were the true visionaries who would donate half of their estate to sculpting the minds of the future. These stories are monuments to history and culture. Let’s take a stroll through academia’s memory lane and uncover the origins of these storied university names!

  1. Ah, Harvard! The Ivy League giant was once a small college in the Massachusetts Bay Colony settlement called New Towne. But where did “Harvard” come from? Enter John Harvard, a clergyman who, in 1638, decided to bequeath half his estate and his library (a whopping 400 books!) to the fledgling college. Grateful for this generous gift, they promptly named the institution after him.
  2. A gem of New Haven, Connecticut, Yale is another Ivy League powerhouse known for its prestigious law and drama schools. It owes its name to Elihu Yale, a wealthy merchant who, in 1718, donated a modest shipment of goods (including portraits, books, and textiles) to a struggling collegiate school. Those goods were auctioned off, raising a much-needed £562 –a small fortune at the time.
  3. Dartmouth is renowned for its beautiful rural setting, nestled in the picturesque town of Hanover, New Hampshire. It was named after the Earl of Dartmouth, William Legge, a British nobleman who supported the college’s founding –despite never actually setting foot in America!
  4. Brown, this Rhode Island Ivy University, known for its open curriculum and emphasis on student choice, was founded with a mouthful of a name – the College in the English Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. It was renamed in 1704 for Nicholas Brown, Jr., a prominent merchant whose family donated generously to the school.
  5. Perched atop a hill overlooking Ithaca, New York, Cornell is celebrated for its diverse academic programs and its stunning natural surroundings. Founded by Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White, this university was unique for its commitment to practical education, allowing students the freedom to choose their own course of study. It was a revolutionary notion at the time, which would guide a curricular reform across the country.
  6. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Stanford is renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit and its close ties to the tech industry. But this California powerhouse has a touching origin story. Leland Stanford, Jr., the founder’s son, tragically died young from typhoid fever. His father Leland Sr., railroad magnate and former state governor, and his mother Jane, founded the university in his memory, ensuring his legacy lived on through the pursuit of knowledge.
  7. This North Carolina research giant, known for its strong medical and law schools, underwent a bit of a name change in its history. Originally called Trinity College, it was renamed Duke University in 1924 after James Buchanan Duke, a tobacco and electric power industrialist who founded the American Tobacco Company. He established The Duke Endowment, to which he donated throughout his life and left half his estate after his death.
  8. Nestled in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt is a renowned research university with a vibrant campus life. It owes its name to “The Commodore,” Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and railroad magnate, who provided the initial gift to establish the university.
  9. Texas businessman William Marsh Rice provided the initial funding for this Houston university, but did not live to see its opening. He was murdered by his valet as he slept, in a plot to forge the man’s will. Despite the unfortunate circumstances, Rice University flourished through the years, becoming an institution known for its strong engineering and science programs.
  10. Who was Harvard named after? Origin of university names