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Friday Factoids Catch-Up: Optogenetics

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Susan Vaught

  Optogenetics involves tweaking the genes of neurons so that they become sensitive to light. By combining this technique with genetic and viral approaches, researchers can insert these channels into very specific populations of neurons. Ultimately, this approach allows researchers … Continue reading →

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