Bart Wolbers

Bart finished degrees in Physical Therapy (B), Philosophy (BA and MA), Philosophy of Science and Technology (MS - with distinction), and Clinical Health Science (MS) and is currently a science writer.

Guides & How To

Welcome to the Light Therapy Course

Light therapy has moved from alternative wellness into mainstream research, with thousands of studies now published. This course breaks down the science behind light therapy and shows you how to use different wavelengths safely and effectively in the real world.

4 min read

Science & Benefits

The 3 Red Light Therapy Mechanisms You Should Know About

Red light therapy isn’t magic. This article breaks down the three core mechanisms behind photobiomodulation—mitochondrial activation, growth factor signaling, and cell membrane photoreceptors—and explains why understanding them matters for dosing, devices, and real-world results.

6 min read

Countering Hyperpigmentation With Lasers: New Research

Hyperpigmentation and melasma are two of the most commonly discussed topics in our FB group and on YT. Here's some interesting new research on light therapy for hyperpigmentation

5 min read

News & Updates Brain & Cognition

Boost Brain Performance With 1,064 nm Light!

In this week's newsletter I cover a super exciting 1,064 nm brain red light therapy study showing increased performance even in young, healthy individuals!

9 min read

Expert Interviews

Red Light Therapy Wavelengths & Penetration Ultimate Guide

Tom Kerber (SunPowerLED) joins the podcast to unpack the most misunderstood part of photobiomodulation: dosing. We cover penetration depth, wavelength choice, tissue scattering, and what matters most when treating deeper structures.

2 min read

News & Updates Science & Benefits

Another Hyperpigmentation/Melasma Review!

Here's a very exciting December 2025 review broken down, that has a surprising outcome and once again contradicts the experience many people in our Facebook group have!

7 min read