CerebraLux: a low-cost, open-source, wireless probe for optogenetic stimulation.

ABSTRACT: The use of optogenetics to activate or inhibit neurons is an important toolbox for neuroscientists. Several optogenetic devices are in use. These range from wired systems where the optoprobe is physically connected to the light source by a tether, to wireless systems that are remotely controlled. There are advantages and disadvantages of both; the wired systems are lightweight but limit movement due to the tether, and wireless systems allow unrestricted movement but may be heavier than wired systems. Both systems can be expensive to install and use. We have developed a low cost, wireless optogenetic probe, CerebraLux, built from off-the-shelf components. CerebraLux consists of two separable units; an optical component consisting of the baseplate holding the fiber-optic in place and an elec

SUBMITTER: Dagnew R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5635269 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature