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The Birth of Optogenetics

Posted by Soulskill on from the lasers-on-the-brain dept.

Dr. Tom writes "Scientists at MIT and other labs have created transgenic neurons that fire when exposed to light. The technique targets specific cell types in live primates. They are already talking about the possibilities for therapy and behavior modification by optically stimulating specific brain circuits."

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  1. Isn't it dark in there? by DahGhostfacedFiddlah · · Score: 5, Funny

    They are already talking about the possibilities for therapy and behavior modification by optically stimulating specific brain circuits.

    They can talk about it all they want, but until they invent a transparent skull, I'm not sure I see many practical applications.

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