PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1344390
PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1344390
According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, "Optogenetics Market," The optogenetics market was valued at $114.1 million in 2022, and is estimated to reach $196.3 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2023 to 2032. Optogenetics is a field of neuroscience that utilizes genetically modified light-sensitive cells and proteins called opsins to control neural activity using light. Opsins act as ion channels and can be activated by specific wavelengths of light, allowing precise and rapid manipulation of neurons. By selectively expressing opsins in targeted cells, researchers can study neural activity and behaviors. Optogenetics is used in animal models and can be used in development of new therapies for psychiatric and neurological disorders. It is a powerful tool that enables researchers to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of the brain.
For instance, newly developed microbial opsins respond to different wavelengths of light, allowing researchers to target specific neurons with greater precision. Furthermore, development of novel opsins, laser sources, and imaging technologies to improve the effectiveness of optogenetic studies, further contribute toward the market growth.
In addition, development of highly efficient viral vectors for ocular gene therapy has led to new strategies for using optogenetic tools in vision restoration. Thus, advancement in optogenetic tools is driving the growth of the market. Moreover, increase in research activities for treating retinal diseases by using optogenetic tools further contribute toward the market growth. For instance, single intravitreal injection of virally-carried Multi-Characteristic Opsin (MCO-010) for the treatment of retinitis pigmentosa is under phase-2 evaluation. Thus, rise in the clinical evaluations is expected to create lucrative growth opportunities for optogenetics.
Furthermore, rise in funding activities to conduct the preclinical and clinical evaluations of new optogenetic applications by various government institutes further contribute toward the market growth. For instance, Institute for Auditory Neuroscience received funding of $2.6 million for its Cochlear Optogenetics for Auditory Research from December 2015 to February 2022 by the European Commission. Therefore, such initiatives taken by the government supports the institutes to continue the research of optogenetics, which, in turn, boosts the market growth.
However, factors that hinder the market growth include the high cost of laser sources and accessories. It further limits the adoption of optogenetics, which, in turn, restrains the market growth. For instance, Fabry-Perot Benchtop Laser Source, 405 nm, 8.0 mW, FC/PC offered by Thorlabs, Inc. costs about $1,900-$2,000. Thus, the high cost of laser sources negatively impact market growth.
On the other hand, increase in awareness about the potentials of optogenetics among researchers and wide applications of optogenetics in neuroscience research and drug discovery are expected to create immense opportunities for the optogenetics market during the forecast period.
The optogenetics market is segmented on the basis of optogenetic tools, application, and region. On the basis of optogenetic tools, the market is classified into light equipment, actuators, and sensors. As per application, the market is segmented into neuroscience, retinal disorders, behavior tracking, and others (cardiac, kidney injury, diabetic research, and others). Region wise, the market is analyzed across North America (the U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Australia, India, South Korea, and rest of Asia-Pacific), and LAMEA (Brazil, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and rest of LAMEA).
Major key players that operate in the global optogenetics market are Bruker Corporation, Coherent, Inc., Elliot Scientific Ltd., GenSight Biologics, Laserglow Technologies, Mightex, Prizmatix, Profacgen, Shanghai Laser & Optics Century Co., Ltd., and Thorlabs Inc.