Scientists Claim Discovery of New Color 'Olo' Beyond Human Vision
Researchers at UC Berkeley claim they have discovered a new color, named olo, visible only through laser stimulation of the retina.
Overview
A team at UC Berkeley has reported creating a new color, named olo, visible only through advanced laser techniques that stimulate the M cones in the human eye. Designed to push beyond natural human visual limitations, the color is described as an intensely saturated blue-green. However, experts question whether olo can truly be considered a novel color due to its blue-green base. Researchers hope their techniques will enhance understanding of color perception and may have future applications for vision disorders.
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Scientists have reported the creation of a new color named "olo", described as an intensely saturated blue-green, made possible through a new retina stimulation technique involving lasers.
The technique called "Oz" allows researchers to isolate and stimulate the M cone cells in the retina, which leads to the perception of a color never before experienced by humans, beyond the existing spectrum.
While some experts debate the classification of olo as a novel color, the potential applications for vision science and technology, including aiding colorblind individuals, highlight the significance of this research.
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Scientists have reported the creation of a new color named "olo", described as an intensely saturated blue-green, made possible through a new retina stimulation technique involving lasers.
The technique called "Oz" allows researchers to isolate and stimulate the M cone cells in the retina, which leads to the perception of a color never before experienced by humans, beyond the existing spectrum.
While some experts debate the classification of olo as a novel color, the potential applications for vision science and technology, including aiding colorblind individuals, highlight the significance of this research.
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