near-infrared
adjective
near-in·fra·red
ˌnir-ˌin-frə-ˈred 
-(ˌ)frä-
: of or relating to the shorter wavelengths of radiation in the infrared spectrum and especially to those between 0.7 and 2.5 micrometers
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Actually, a 2022 study found that daily exposure of near-infrared light at a certain dose had consistent positive benefits of well-being and health, improving mood, reducing drowsiness, and resting heart rate—though only in winter when there isn't much sun exposure.
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Simon Hill, WIRED, 5 Mar. 2025
The space telescope is able to detect more than 100 colors in both optical and near-infrared light which, though not visible to the human eye, serves as a powerful investigatory tool, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
The Vogue Verified mask uses red and near-infrared lights to promote a more radiant complexion, smooth wrinkles, and diminish dark spots, and rejuvenate skin with consistent use.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
Then, the researchers carried out follow-up observations in different wavelengths of light, such as near-infrared using the Gemini Near-Infrared Spectrograph instrument on the Gemini North telescope in Hawaii as well as visible light with the Hobby-Eberly Telescope in Texas.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 13 Feb. 2025
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Simon Hill, WIRED, 5 Mar. 2025
The space telescope is able to detect more than 100 colors in both optical and near-infrared light which, though not visible to the human eye, serves as a powerful investigatory tool, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
The Vogue Verified mask uses red and near-infrared lights to promote a more radiant complexion, smooth wrinkles, and diminish dark spots, and rejuvenate skin with consistent use.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
Then, the researchers carried out follow-up observations in different wavelengths of light, such as near-infrared using the Gemini Near-Infrared Spectrograph instrument on the Gemini North telescope in Hawaii as well as visible light with the Hobby-Eberly Telescope in Texas.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Near-infrared.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/near-infrared. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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