While world leaders debated strategies for tackling climate change at the COP26 conference in Glasgow, Scotland in November 2021, I pondered “what role can ergonomics play in this issue?”

As chance...

Are you surprised to learn that people access their touchscreen mobile devices (such as smartphones, tablets) on average 52 times per day?

Or that some people use their mobile devices for up to 7.5...

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a tremendous impact worldwide. Deaths, severe illness and lockdowns have all made headlines.

Another casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the provision of...

How do you know when it is time to change the light bulbs in your house?

You would think that the time would be obvious, especially for someone like me who gives advice about vision and lighting.

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Do you use your smartphone or tablet device while in bed?

It’s OK to admit it. Many people do.

A United States study published in 2015 found that 50% of workers frequently use their smartphone while...

Working from home and remote work has been thrust upon us this year by COVID-19. It’s been a steep learning curve for many organisations unaccustomed to this mode of work. For those who have already...