Summary
This paper discusses the molecular properties of various opsins, photosensitive pigments found in animals, and their potential applications in optogenetics.
Categories
Eye health: The paper discusses the molecular properties of various opsins, photosensitive pigments found in the eyes of animals, and their role in vision and non-visual photoreceptions.
Phototherapy: The paper discusses the potential applications of opsins in optogenetics, a form of phototherapy that uses light to control cells in living tissue.
Author(s)
T Kondo, R Mutoh, G Kurisu, H Oh-oka, S Fujiyoshi
Publication Year
2013
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