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Researchers have developed a non-invasive method for stimulating the brain using nanoparticles that absorb near-infrared light and emit visible photons, allowing for control of specific brain cells. This breakthrough enables the treatment of conditions such as seizures and fear memories with minimal invasiveness.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Deep-brain exploration with nanomaterial RIKEN · Feb 8, 2018 · first to report
- Understanding brain functions using upconversion nanoparticles National University of Singapore · Feb 13, 2018