Open AccessEffects of tACS-Like Electrical Stimulation on On-Center Retinal Ganglion Cells: Part I
Author(s) -
Franklin R. Amthor,
Christianne E. Strang
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
eye and brain
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 1179-2744
DOI - 10.2147/eb.s312402
Subject(s) - neuroscience , retina , stimulation , retinal waves , retinal , ganglion , photic stimulation , transcranial alternating current stimulation , giant retinal ganglion cells , retinal ganglion cell , medicine , biology , visual perception , ophthalmology , transcranial magnetic stimulation , perception
Electrical stimulation of the human central nervous system via surface electrodes has been used for both learning enhancement and the amelioration of neurodegenerative or psychiatric disorders. However, data are sparse on how such electrical stimulation affects neural circuits at the cellular level. This study assessed the effects of tACS-like currents at 10 Hz on On-center retinal ganglion cell responsiveness, using the rabbit retina eyecup preparation as a model for central nervous system effects.