Light, Brain, and Action: An Introductory, Interdisciplinary Course on Optogenetics for Undergraduate Students | NSTA

Light, Brain, and Action: An Introductory, Interdisciplinary Course on Optogenetics for Undergraduate Students

Journal of College Science Teaching—November/December 2013

This article discusses a semester-long interdisciplinary science course using recently developed optogenetic technique as a main context. This technique provides an engaging modern context for studying and connecting various fundamental concepts and topics, such as genetics, biochemistry, laser, and nerve signaling.

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