Golgi Technique

The Golgi technique is a special staining method used in neuroscience to visualize individual nerve cells, or neurons, in detail. It involves allowing a dye to penetrate only some neurons completely, highlighting their shape, branches, and structure against a clear background. This selective staining reveals the full contour of a neuron, making it easier scientists to study how neurons are connected and organized within the brain and nervous system. The technique has significantly advanced our understanding of neural anatomy and function by providing detailed, clear images of individual neurons.