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Quick thinking? It’s all down to timing

Neuroscience NewsMarch 27, 2019

A pairing of presynaptic and postsynaptic activity in a population of hippocampal neurons can reduce the required number of synaptic plasticity evoking events. When spikes occur within ten milliseconds of each other, synapses strengthen for up to four hours.... Read More...

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Estrogen Made by Neurons Important to Memory Making

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 25, 2019

Researchers report estrogen may play a significant role in synaptic plasticity and memory formation. The study reports mice whose neurons did not produce estrogen have impairments in spatial reference memories, recognition and contextual fear memories. Restoring estrogen levels assisted in reversing the memory impairments, the study revealed.... Read More...

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How Does the Brain Learn by Talking to Itself?

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 2, 2019

A new study reveals the role synaptic feedback systems play in shaping learning processes. The findings could help develop more efficient artificial intelligence techniques.... Read More...

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Clues to Brain Changes in Depression Discovered

Neuroscience NewsNovember 27, 2018

A new study sheds light on how the brain processes rewards and provides a deeper understanding on the neurobiology of depression.... Read More...

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Memory Molecule Limits Plasticity by Calibrating Calcium

Neuroscience NewsMay 23, 2018

Researchers have identified a novel role the RGS14 protein plays in limiting synaptic plasticity.... Read More...

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Illuminating Mechanism at Play in Learning

Neuroscience NewsMarch 15, 2018

Researchers report molecular networks on both sides of a synapse are important for controlling learning. ... Read More...

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Making New Memories is a Balancing Act

Neuroscience NewsMarch 14, 2018

According to researchers, some synapses get smaller as we learn new information.... Read More...

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Receptors Key to Strong Memories

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 28, 2018

The strength of a memory depends upon the number of receptors in a synapse, researchers report.... Read More...

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Running Helps Brain Stave off Effects of Chronic Stress

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 15, 2018

Researchers report running can help mitigate the impact chronic stress has on the hippocampus.... Read More...

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How Neural Networks Influence Alcoholism

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 13, 2018

Researchers report alcohol seeking behavior may be induced by altering the strength of synapses.... Read More...

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How Odors Are Turned into Long Term Memories

Neuroscience NewsDecember 27, 2017

A new study reveals the piriform cortex is able to archive long term memory, but requires instruction from the orbiotfrontal cortex to indicate the event is to be stored as a long-term memory.... Read More...

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The Chemistry of Memory

Neuroscience NewsNovember 24, 2017

LUM researchers shed light on how an RNA binding protein is involved in learning and memory.... Read More...

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