Released glutamate traverses this space by passive diffusion, and because its target glutamate receptors in the postsynaptic neuron are ... and proteinous components of the synapses has to take ...

2). However, agrin itself is not necessary for the formation of neuron–neuron synapses. This has led to an intensive search for trans-neuronal inducers. Among the candidates are cadherins ...

Scientists in Japan say they have reversed the signs of Alzheimer’s disease in lab mice by restoring the healthy function of synapses, critical parts of ... in healthy neuron synaptic function.

But to keep knowledge and memories intact, some parts ... activated synapses on the pyramidal neurons and measured the effect ...