Simultaneous two-photon imaging of action potentials and subthreshold inputs in vivo

Nat Commun. 2021 Dec 10;12(1):7229. doi: 10.1038/s41467-021-27444-9.

Abstract

To better understand the input-output computations of neuronal populations, we developed ArcLight-ST, a genetically-encoded voltage indicator, to specifically measure subthreshold membrane potentials. We combined two-photon imaging of voltage and calcium, and successfully discriminated subthreshold inputs and spikes with cellular resolution in vivo. We demonstrate the utility of the method by mapping epileptic seizures progression through cortical circuits, revealing divergent sub- and suprathreshold dynamics within compartmentalized epileptic micronetworks. Two-photon, two-color imaging of calcium and voltage enables mapping of inputs and outputs in neuronal populations in living animals.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Action Potentials / physiology*
  • Animals
  • Calcium
  • Female
  • Green Fluorescent Proteins
  • Male
  • Membrane Potentials / physiology*
  • Mice
  • Mice, Inbred ICR
  • Neurons / physiology*
  • Optical Imaging / methods*
  • Photons*

Substances

  • Green Fluorescent Proteins
  • Calcium