Switching on brain cells: The Nobel-winning science of optogenetics

Last updated: October 6, 2026 10:20 am

In optogenetics, scientists control neurons by stimulating them with light—potentially unlocking breakthroughs for conditions such as dementia, depression and blindness.

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