# 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.

## Key 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.