Group 9 Optogenetics

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@b00414656 @DrDaveT Hello, we choice this topic as we wanted to tackle a difficult neuroscience topic to challenge ourselves on a new topic!

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@DrDaveT #investcomm #group9

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@lhstenhouse @DrDaveT Ahh sorry, abit of miscommunication there

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@FionaMilligan17 @DrDaveT This could be a "last hope" decision but as optogenetics grows and becomes more advanced the reliability of the treatment will increase which will in turn will increase its use! (3)

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@FionaMilligan17 @DrDaveT They may prefer a more intense treatment rather than the treatment they are currently receiving which may be physiotherapy and medication which could not be working as effectively as optogenetics. (2)

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@Group886888538 @DrDaveT There is also the problems of overheating (found in the disadvantages section) and overstimulation of the brain

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@Group886888538 @DrDaveT Definitely!, There are many safety risks these include. The immune system rejecting the opsins, it is a highly invasive treatment so the opsins may cause cellular damage. The LED lights shutting off the wrong neurons causing a chain reaction leading to death.

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@lhstenhouse @DrDaveT Hello, we choice this topic as we had an interest in neuroscience and we wanted to challenge ourselves on a topic which was new to us!

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@lhstenhouse @DrDaveT What damage will Microplastics cause to humans and bigger animals, will this increase the risk of any diseases and injury to animals?

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@DrDaveT @FionaMilligan17 Group 9 What damage will Microplastics cause to humans and bigger animals, will this increase the risk of any diseases or injury to them?

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@Group886888538 A follow up question!, is there any particular reason as to why diabetes is higher in men?

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@Group886888538 Hi Group 8, in people who are considered pre diabetic are there any different treatments to prolong or prevent diabetes and or would the treatment be the same as normal diabetes?