… Inhibitory synapse dynamics Brain function depends on neural communication in circuits, which … closer to the cell body. When they examined how inhibitory synapse patterns changed with experience (e.g. when an …
… The brain is shaped by learning and memory, and its function is importantly modulated by internal states such as … approaches for recording the activity and analyzing the function of neurons, astrocytes, synapses and circuits of the … discover fundamental rule of brain plasticity When a synapse strengthens, others immediately nearby weaken Read …
… Alzheimer’s degrades their structure and therefore their function A new MIT study finds that Alzheimer’s disease … for hosting incoming connections (measured in terms of synapse-hosting spines protruding from the vine-like … Research Article visual cortex , neurodegeneration , synapse , gamma Print Share In the media Genetic Engineering …
… fluorescence (center). The overall likelihood of each synapse releasing neurotransmitter is mapped (right). Work is … move around the cortex and what that means for brain function. Khona presented models of how timing relationships …
… Brain Cell Type Diversity Abstract: To understand the function of the brain and how its dysfunction leads to brain … with each other and what their roles are in circuit function. At the Allen Institute, we have built multiple … and integrative investigations of cellular and circuit function, development, and evolution of the mammalian brain. …