To create a clear mental image or representation of something. In neuroscience, it refers to seeing or observing individual neurons within living tissue using specialized techniques.
Related terms
Imaging techniques: Various methods used by neuroscientists to capture images or visualize brain activity, such as fMRI, PET scans, or EEG.
Microscopy: A technique that uses microscopes to magnify objects for detailed observation at a cellular level.
Fluorescence microscopy: A type of microscopy that uses fluorescent dyes or proteins to label specific structures within cells for better visualization.