Edward S. Boyden

Awards

1. 2013

   The Brain Prize

   Biology

   For their invention and refinement of optogenetics.

2. 2016

   Breakthrough Prize — Life Sciences

   Biology

   for the development and implementation of optogenetics – the programming of neurons to express light-activated ion channels and pumps, so that their electrical activity can be controlled by light.

3. 2018

   Canada Gairdner International Award

   Biology

   For the discovery of light-gated ion channel mechanisms, and for the discovery of optogenetics, a technology that has revolutionized neuroscience.