New study of the memory through optogenetics

Wednesday, June 1, 2016 - 20:31 in Health & Medicine

Scientists have improved memory in mice using optogenetics.The study was based on light stimulation of a group of neurons, named Tac2, in the cerebral amygdala. These neurons play a key role in the memory of fear. Treated mice increased their long-term memory.

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