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| Noninvasive brain control: New light-sensitive protein enables simpler, more powerful optogenetics Posted: 29 Jun 2014 11:21 AM PDT Engineers have now developed the first light-sensitive molecule that enables neurons to be silenced noninvasively, using a light source outside the skull. This noninvasive approach could pave the way to using optogenetics in human patients to treat epilepsy and other neurological disorders.  |
| How common are cruel comments posted to online news sites? Posted: 27 Jun 2014 10:31 AM PDT Anyone who's ever ventured into the comments section of a news website has likely observed some unfriendly exchanges. Now research has confirmed just how common such behavior is. The study found that more than 1 in 5 comments included some form of incivility, with name-calling as the most prevalent type.  |
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