SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 15, 2025Science News

We all have a (very tiny) glow of light, no movie magic needed

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Humans and other living things naturally emit an extremely faint glow called biophotons, which scientists can now detect using advanced imaging technology. This ultraweak light emission occurs when molecules in our bodies release tiny amounts of energy, creating photons invisible to the naked eye. New research shows this phenomenon exists in both living and dead organisms, with stressed plants displaying particularly strong signals, potentially offering insights into biological processes and health monitoring.

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