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How does a neuron respond when it's optogenetically activated? For example, we express ChR2/TrpA1 in a neuron, then we apply light/heat on the neuron, what exactly happen in this neurons in response? Does the ectopically expressed ion channels affect the nature or pattern of its action potential? What's the time scale of the response?

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