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We summarize peer-reviewed scientific research so that more people can understand the progress we are making as a human community! The original research reports can be found when clicking the "Learn More" link.
Effects of indoor biophilic environments on cognitive function in elderly patients with diabetes: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
How Indoor Plants Effect Mentality of Elderly Patients w/ Diabetes
More and more older adults with diabetes are having problems with thinking and memory. Because of this, it’s important to find ways to help prevent these problems or make them less severe.
So far, most research has tried three main approaches to help: medicines, brain-training activities, and healthy lifestyle changes (like diet and exercise). But not many studies have looked at whether the inside spaces people live in could help too—especially spaces designed to feel more connected to nature.
These nature-inspired indoor spaces are called biophilic environments. They include things like natural light, plants, views of nature, wood or stone materials, and other natural elements. Past research suggests these kinds of spaces can lower stress and help people think more clearly.
This study plans to find out whether biophilic indoor spaces can improve thinking and memory in older adults with diabetes, and to explore why that might happen.
Green Environments for Sustainable Brains: Parameters Shaping Adaptive Neuroplasticity and Lifespan Neurosustainability—A Systematic Review and Future Directions
How Living Amongst Nature Keeps The Brain Healthy
This article reviews 23 studies from several countries and finds that spending time around green places—like forests, parks, and tree-filled neighborhoods—may help the brain stay healthier and more adaptable throughout life, even from before birth to old age. The researchers found that forests often had the strongest positive effects, especially for brain areas linked to stress and emotions, while neighborhood “greenness” near home also helped, especially when trees were within about a 5-minute walk (around 300–500 meters) and people could still see the sky. The article also explains that green spaces do not work the same in every situation: too many trees without enough sky view may even be unhelpful for children, and noise and pollution can cancel out some benefits. A big gap in research is that no studies looked at “green” buildings or indoor spaces with nature (like biophilic design), even though people spend a lot of time indoors. Overall, the review says cities and buildings should be designed with the right kind of greenery to support brain health, learning, memory, and emotional well-being.