Bright lights, big synapses: fluorescent proteins let neurons shine

TL;DR

Fluorescent proteins help scientists see neurons and synapses in living brains, leading to new discoveries.

Contribution

The paper highlights new insights into synapses using genetically encoded fluorescent molecules in living organisms.

Findings

Fluorescent proteins have transformed the study of neurons and synapses.

Genetically encoded fluorescent molecules provide new understanding of synapses in living organisms.

Abstract

The availability of fluorescent proteins to visualize neurons and synapses has revolutionized our understanding of these key structures in brains. Here, I will discuss the new insights gleaned from the use of genetically encoded fluorescent molecules to study synapses inside living organisms.

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