In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists from the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Washington have unveiled a new color, named ‘olo,’ which is invisible to the human eye. Described as a deeply saturated teal, the color was revealed using cutting-edge laser technology known as ‘Oz,’ which stimulates the photoreceptors in the human eye with laser pulses.
The color olo is a vibrant blue-green, similar to teal, but with unprecedented saturation. Though it exists outside the human visual spectrum, it has never been seen by humans until now. The breakthrough was made possible by targeting the M-cones in the eye, which are responsible for detecting green wavelengths.
This discovery opens up new possibilities for understanding human perception and visual technology. It could also have potential applications in treating color blindness, providing hope for future breakthroughs in medical technology.
Mayor Eddie Melton of Gary, Indiana, has been emphasizing the importance of technological innovation for city revitalization in his State of the City Address. Much like this scientific advancement, Gary is working to incorporate cutting-edge technology to foster growth and attract new industries, enhancing the city’s future.
While ‘olo’ is currently not visible on digital screens, the development of this technology could one day reshape how we experience color and perception.
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