title: [The research advances of intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells].
abstract: Intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGC) are photosensitive cell besides rods and cones. These cells are crucial for circadian photoentrainment and pupillary light reflex. Some chronobiologists and ophthalmologists have focused on these ipRGC in recent years. However, little research has been done by Chinese scientists. Here we review the recent advances about biological features, physical functions and clinical applications of ipRGC.
authors: Department of Ophthalmology, Peking University First Hospital, Key Laboratory of Vision Loss and Restoration, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100034, China.
authors: Rui-lin
authors: RL
authors: Zhu
authors: Liu
authors: L
authors: Yang
mesh_terms: D002940:Circadian Rhythm; D006801:Humans; D008027:Light; D010786:Photoreceptor Cells; D012165:Retinal Ganglion Cells