Understanding the Retina
The retina is a complex structure composed of three layers of specialized cells that transform light into electrical signals. Photoreceptors act as pixel detectors, while the second layer processes these signals, and retinal ganglion cells serve as messengers to the brain. With around 20 different ganglion cell types, each extracts unique features from the visual scene, contributing to our perception of spatial detail, motion, and color.In this clip
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Dr. E.J. Chichilnisky: How the Brain Works, Curing Blindness & How to Navigate a Career Path
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What are the cell types in the retina?
What are different types of retinal ganglion cells?
What are the 20 different types of ganglion cells, and what are their names and functions as discussed in the episode Dr. E.J. Chichilnisky: How the Brain Works, Curing Blindness & How to Navigate a Career Path and the clip Understanding Cell Types?