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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Ophthalmology

    Background:

    • Current retinal neuroprostheses struggle with indiscriminate neural pathway activation, limiting their effectiveness.
    • Previous research demonstrated differential activation of ON and OFF cells in healthy retinas using high-frequency stimuli.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate if differential activation of ON and OFF retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) is achievable in degenerate retinas.
    • To explore methods for precise control of distinct neural pathways in the context of retinal degeneration.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized electrical stimulation with varying frequencies and amplitudes on retinal tissue after synaptic network blockade.
    • Investigated the differential activation thresholds for ON and OFF RGCs.
    • Explored frequency modulation using short stimulation bursts for cell type control.

    Main Results:

    • ON RGCs were differentially activated at higher frequencies (4-6 kHz) and amplitudes (200-240 µA).
    • OFF RGCs were activated at lower amplitudes (80-160 µA) across tested frequencies.
    • Both cell types demonstrated controlled activation via rapid frequency modulation with short bursts.

    Conclusions:

    • Achieved differential activation of ON and OFF RGCs in degenerate retinas, a crucial step for improved retinal prostheses.
    • Demonstrated precise control over functionally distinct neural pathways, reducing indiscriminate activation.
    • This research paves the way for more sophisticated and effective visual neuroprosthetics.