The Weber Light Letter: Issue No. 6
The Weber Light Letter
From studies to practice: The latest in tPBM and laser therapy for clinicians.
Photobiomodulation | Research | Clinical Practice
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Conference Recap: AAMP Fall 2025 – Integrative Oncology
This past weekend, our team joined some of the most forward-thinking clinicians at the AAMP Conference led by Dr. Paul Anderson in Scottsdale, AZ.
We had an incredible time at the booth connecting with leaders in the industry and exploring the future of light medicine. I was also joined by Dr. Matthias Wojcik and had some great conversations with integrative doctors from across the U.S.
Events like this are a reminder that light medicine is becoming an increasingly vital part of the clinical conversation. Not someday, but now.
New Podcast: Root-Cause Oncology with Dr. Michael Karlfeldt
In the latest episode of The Light Medicine Podcast, I sat down with Michael Karlfeldt naturopathic oncologist and founder of The Karlfeldt Center , to explore integrative oncology, photodynamic therapy, and the role of light in restoring terrain.
📺 Watch now on YouTube 🎧 Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
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Research Spotlight: What 1070 nm Light Reveals About Brain Resilience
While not new, two well-regarded studies continue to shape our understanding of how near-infrared light supports cognitive performance, especially in aging and neurodegenerative conditions.
Study 1 – Aging Mice, Restored Memory In a 2023 Cells paper, researchers applied 1070 nm light to aged mice for 6 weeks. The result? Restoration of mitochondrial morphology, improved ATP synthesis, and significant gains in spatial learning and memory.
Clinical Takeaway: Mitochondrial dysfunction is central to neurodegeneration. This research reinforces what we see clinically, the right wavelength, delivered with consistency, can help reverse metabolic deficits at the cellular level.
Study 2 – Gene-Level Changes in the Hippocampus Another 2023 paper in Aging and Disease showed that 1070 nm light upregulated neuroprotective genes (BDNF, SIRT1), enhanced hippocampal ATP, and reduced oxidative stress.
Why It Matters: These studies form part of a broader evidence base supporting infrared PBM not just as symptom relief, but as a tool for structural and functional recovery of brain tissue.
Behind the WeberBrain Build: 3 Problems We Had to Solve
In Episode 2 of the Light Medicine podcast, I spoke with WeberBrain lead designer Eric Djie about the real-world engineering challenges behind laser-based brain therapy:
1. Hair blocks photons. Even near-infrared light scatters at the surface. The solution? Spring-loaded “light fingers” that part hair like bristles and place lasers within millimeters of the scalp.
2. Most plastics kill infrared transmission. Typical materials like PMMA block >90% of 1064 nm light. Weber's light fingers are made from a custom compound with near-complete IR transparency and full biocompatibility.
3. Hygiene in high-throughput settings. Clinics need devices that are cleanable and scalable. WeberBrain’s replaceable diode caps and UV-ready housing were built for daily rotation.
As Eric shared:
“We’re finally reaching a point where doctors can control light like they control drugs, dose, location, frequency, and time. That’s a turning point.”
Whether you're a clinician, patient, or researcher, thank you for being on this journey with us. Every step forward is a step toward a more precise and regenerative future.
Stay bright, — Robert
Source & credit: Weber Medical