Neuropixels Opto Probes Simultaneously Record Electrical Activity and Stimulate Neurons, Study Published in *Nature Methods* Details Capabilities

A new study details the capabilities of Neuropixels Opto probes for both recording and manipulating neural activity in the brain. Researchers demonstrated the effectiveness of these probes in a recent publication. The study highlights the probes’ ability to simultaneously read and write neural signals, offering a powerful tool for neuroscience research.

The research team utilized Neuropixels Opto probes, which integrate both electrophysiological recording and optogenetic stimulation, to observe and influence neural circuits. The probes allowed the researchers to record the electrical activity of neurons while simultaneously using light to activate or inhibit specific cells. This dual functionality provides a means to investigate the causal relationships between neural activity and behavior. The detailed findings are published in *Nature Methods*.

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Date: June 1, 2026

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