Olfactory bulb is a critical component in encoding and processing olfactory signals, characterized by its intricate neural projections and networks dedicated to this function. It has been found that descending neural projections from the olfactory cortex and other advanced brain regions can modulate the excitability of olfactory bulb output neurons in the olfactory bulb, either directly or indirectly, which can further influence olfactory discrimination, learning, and other abilities. In recent years, advancements in optogenetic technology have facilitated extensive application of neuron manipulation for studying neural circuits, thereby greatly accelerating research into olfactory mechanisms. This review summarizes the latest research progress on the regulatory effects of neural projections from the olfactory cortex, basal forebrain, raphe nucleus, and locus coeruleus on olfactory bulb function. Furthermore, the important role that photogenetic technology plays in olfactory mechanism research is evaluated. Finally, the existing problems and future development trends in current research are preliminarily proposed and explained. This review aims to provide new insights into the mechanisms underlying olfactory neural regulation as well as applications of optogenetic technology, which are crucial for advancing the research on olfactory mechanism and the application of optogenetic technology.
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