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UC Researchers Unveil New Hue: 'Olo' for Color Blindness

4/21/2025

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Researchers at the University of California have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery: a vibrant blue-green hue named "olo," which can only be seen through unique retinal stimulation. This revelation, detailed in Science Advances, could offer hope for those with color blindness. Yet, some experts challenge the notion of a new color, highlighting the complexities of how we perceive color.

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Researchers at the University of California have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery: a vibrant blue-green hue named "olo," which can only be seen through unique retinal stimulation. This revelation, detailed in Science Advances, could offer hope for those with color blindness. Yet, some experts challenge the notion of a new color, highlighting the complexities of how we perceive color.