SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 13, 2025Interesting Engineering

Light of life is real: Scientists prove we emit a glow that fades when we die

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Scientists discovered that living organisms emit faint light, or "biophotons," which fade after death. Using advanced imaging, researchers observed this phenomenon in mice and plants, with light concentrating around organs and injury sites. This ultraweak photon emission could potentially be used as a non-invasive diagnostic tool for monitoring tissue health and stress.

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