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Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine Is Awarded for Discoveries in Neuroscience

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Brain category. Published on October 5, 2026 • Originally reported by Leo Sands. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel were recognized for their work on light-gated ion channels and optogenetics, a technique that uses tiny lights to activate neurons in the brain.
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