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Writer recalls early optogenetics feature ahead of Nobel link
Original: I wrote a feature about optogenetics including Deisseroth's work back in 2011: https:// proseandpassion.blogspot.com/2 0
A science writer is revisiting a feature on optogenetics published in October 2011, which covered Karl Deisseroth's work using light to control brain cells. The post is being shared with references to the Nobel Prize and neuroscience, drawing attention to how early coverage anticipated later recognition of the technology's pioneers.
Why now: Optogenetics and Deisseroth are in the news around Nobel Prize discussions, prompting people to resurface early coverage.
Karl DeisserothoptogeneticsNobel Prize
Evidence
- I wrote a feature about optogenetics including Deisseroth's work back in 2011: https:// proseandpassion.blogspot.com/2 011/10/illuminating-brain-function.html # NobelPrize # science # neuroscience · proseandpassion · 3
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