Platform on Molecular Optogenetics

OptoBase is an annotated database, which aims to cover all existing non-opsin-based optogenetic switches and publications. It is meant for both expert optogeneticists, to easily keep track of the field, as well as for all researchers who find optogenetics inviting as a powerful tool to address their biological questions of interest.

Cite as: K. Kolar et al.: OptoBase: A Web Platform for Molecular Optogenetics. ACS Synth. Biol. 2018, DOI: 10.1021/acssynbio.8b00120

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March 06, 2024 | Research Highlights in February

Paper of the Month February: Asymmetric oligomerization state and sequence patterning can tune multiphase condensate miscibility.

Featured Paper: A platform to induce and mature biomolecular condensates using chemicals and light.

Optogenetics is a powerful technique to manipulate biomolecular condensates. All related publications are tagged with the application "Organelle Manipulation".

Feb. 04, 2024 | Research Highlights in January

Paper of the Month January: Programmable RNA base editing with photoactivatable CRISPR-Cas13.

Featured Paper: Optogenetic control of RNA function and metabolism using engineered light-switchable RNA-binding proteins