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    • To account for underlying human visual physiology and individual differences in perception.
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    • Evaluated the FLS and FBS scales using seven diverse datasets.
    • Demonstrated good performance of the FLS and FBS scales across all evaluated datasets.
    • Showcased superior performance compared to existing models.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed FLS and FBS scales provide a physiologically grounded approach to modeling lightness and brightness.
    • These scales effectively capture complex perceptual phenomena.
    • FLS and FBS offer a promising advancement in predicting visual responses to light stimuli.