SMRTR TechApr 18, 2025Scientific American

Researchers Discover New Color That’s Impossible to See without Lasering Your Retinas

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Scientists have discovered a new color called "olo" that lies beyond normal human vision. Using precise lasers to stimulate specific retinal cone cells, researchers enabled five participants to perceive an impossibly saturated bluish-green color, opening possibilities for advanced displays and unique visual experiences.

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