Blue Laser Could Help Lead to Autism Cure (Discovery Channel)
Scientists use a laser in mice to induce a brain wave that is linked to concentration.
Source: dsc.discovery.com
Laser-Controlled Humans Closer to Reality (Wired News)
Using laser light, researchers can control neurons in the primate brain. This has been done in mice and fish, but the jump to primates opens the door for new therapies. The technique is very specific, affecting just the desired neurons and leaving the rest alone, which reduces side effects.
Source: www.wired.com