E28 ：对话光遗传发明者Deisseroth博士，《照亮破碎之心》书籍访谈

In this interview, Yang Ying, also known as "胭脂井," interviews Dr. Karl Deisseroth, the author of "Projections: A Story of Human Emotions," and the inventor of optogenetics. They discuss Deisseroth's book, which presents mental illnesses through personal stories rather than technical jargon, aiming to connect with a broader audience. Deisseroth explains his shift from neurosurgery to psychiatry, driven by a desire to integrate his love for science and the humanities, and emphasizes the importance of personal experiences in finding one's calling. The conversation explores the evolutionary perspective of mental disorders, the concept of "projection" in psychiatry, and the precision of language in understanding subjective experiences. Deisseroth also elaborates on optogenetics, a technology using light to control brain cells, and shares his views on brain stimulation, highlighting its potential and limitations. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of honesty and vulnerability in understanding each other and the human condition.