Optogenetic Therapy (IMAGE)

Nanoscope Technologies

Optogenetic Therapy

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Cell-specific expression of light-sensitive opsin molecules and optogenetic activation has potential for treatment of retinal degenerative diseases. Illustration showing spatially targeted Laser assisted non-viral opsin gene delivery to degenerated retinal regions (Geographic atrophies).

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Nanoscope Technologies, LLC

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