Ed Boyden

Ed Boyden is a neuroscientist and engineer known for developing advanced tools to study and manipulate the brain. He co-invented optogenetics, a technique that uses light to control specific neurons, allowing researchers to understand brain functions and treat disorders. Boyden also works on ways to improve brain imaging and develop neural prosthetics. His innovations help unravel how the brain works at a detailed level and open possibilities for new therapies for neurological diseases. His work bridges neuroscience, engineering, and technology, making complex brain research more precise and accessible.