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Opioid Peptide Optogenetics

Optogenetic control of opioid peptide release from specific neuronal populations.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
opioid optogenetics neuroscience

Opioid Peptide Optogenetics

Overview

Optogenetic control of opioid peptide release from specific neuronal populations.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Peptide Optogenetics

Mechanism of Action

Channelrhodopsin-expressing neurons enabling light-controlled opioid peptide release.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Peptide Optogenetics
CategoryNeuropeptides

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