Optogenetics -- revolutionary new research technique (Image 2)

Optogenetics is a revolutionary new research technique that enables scientists to use light to precisely control the activity of neurons in the brain. In optogenetics, light-sensitive ion channels and pumps, known as microbial opsins, are genetically targeted to specific cells, so that upon light ...This is an NSF Multimedia Gallery item.
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