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100 years of the visual cycle.

M F Marmor, L J Martin

    Survey of Ophthalmology
    |January 1, 1978
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    One hundred years ago, scientists discovered rhodopsin and the visual pigment cycle. This review covers historical events and presents images of rhodopsin in the living retina.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Biochemistry
    • Vision Science

    Background:

    • Recounts the 100-year anniversary of the characterization of rhodopsin and the discovery of the visual pigment cycle.
    • Highlights key historical events and influential individuals from the early period of vision research.

    Discussion:

    • Explores the foundational discoveries in visual pigment research.
    • Connects historical findings to the current understanding of rhodopsin's role in vision.

    Key Insights:

    • Rhodopsin and the visual pigment cycle were discovered 100 years ago.
    • Presents visual evidence of rhodopsin in the living retina.

    Outlook:

    • Encourages further research into the visual pigment cycle.
    • Suggests future studies on rhodopsin's function and potential therapeutic targets.