What Is Optogenetics? How Light Helps Scientists Unlock The Brain
Optogenetics uses light to control nerve cells, helping scientists study brain circuits linked to memories, emotions and behaviour.
Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann And Georg Nagel Win 2026 Medicine Nobel
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine honours Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel for discoveries behind optogenetics.





