Optogenetiikan
Optogenetics is a cutting-edge technique that combines genetics and optics to control and monitor specific cells in living organisms. The term "optogenetics" is derived from the words "optics" and "genetics." This method allows researchers to manipulate cellular activity with high precision and temporal resolution, making it a powerful tool in neuroscience and other fields of biology.
The technique involves the introduction of light-sensitive proteins, called opsins, into cells. These opsins can be
Optogenetics has numerous applications in neuroscience, including the study of neural circuits, the development of new
One of the key advantages of optogenetics is its ability to provide real-time control and monitoring of
However, optogenetics also has some limitations. The expression of opsins can be toxic to cells, and the