Holographic optical probing of the computing properties of single neurons

Vincent Daria*

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    Abstract

    Neurons receive synaptic inputs via its dendrites and understanding the processing of those inputs as well as the influence of the dendrite's non-linear properties are key components to decode the neuron's computing power. Recent breakthroughs to understand dendritic function make use holographic structured illumination to stimulate and/or record dendritic activity either via photochemical or optogenetic tools. In this talk, I will summarize our efforts where we used holograms to probe the integrative and non-linear properties of dendrites of a neuron. Understanding the role of dendrites in neuronal function offer significant insights as to how these neurons function as tiny computers in the brain.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationBiomedical Imaging and Sensing Conference 2021
    EditorsToyohiko Yatagai, Yoshihisa Aizu, Osamu Matoba, Yasuhiro Awatsuji, Yuan Luo
    PublisherSPIE
    ISBN (Electronic)9781510647190
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2021
    EventBiomedical Imaging and Sensing Conference 2021 - Virtual, Online, Japan
    Duration: 20 Apr 202122 Apr 2021

    Publication series

    NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
    Volume11925
    ISSN (Print)0277-786X
    ISSN (Electronic)1996-756X

    Conference

    ConferenceBiomedical Imaging and Sensing Conference 2021
    Country/TerritoryJapan
    CityVirtual, Online
    Period20/04/2122/04/21

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