Optogenetics pioneer observes neuron behavior with light

April 21, 2016

Summary

Optogenetics is a revolutionary field that allows scientists to selectively turn targeted neurons in animal brains on and off. Ed Boyden, of MIT, is one of the pioneering optogenetics research that may help us understand and treat brain disorders.

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Published APRIL 2, 2014

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