In this episode, hosts Lesley and Joe speak with Dr. Weijian Zong about the motivation, challenges, and advancements behind the development of the MINI2P, an open-source miniaturized two-photon microscope that allows neuroscientists to visualize brain activity in freely behaving animals.\n\nEpisode Notes:\nHelp support the science, training, and outreach programs of MPFI by visiting mpfi.org/donate\n\nEpisode Guest:\nWeijian Zong - @WikiZong\nMini2P - @TheMini2P\n\nEpisode Hosts:\nLesley Colgan - @Colgan_Lesley\nJoe Schumacher - @JWscience\n\nDo you enjoy the podcast? Feel free to like this episode and follow us to hear more episodes!\n\nMax Planck Florida's Neurotransmissions Podcast\nWebsite: https://www.mpfi.org/news-media/podcast\nSocial Media: @MPFneuro\nTwitter: mpfneuro\nInstagram: mpfneuro\nFacebook: mpfneuro