synapses

The Brain Stores 10x More Info Than Thought

Science
Dr. Sarah Adams

Summary: Researchers developed a method to measure synaptic strength, precision of plasticity, and information storage in the brain. Using information theory, researchers ...

Sleep’s First Half Crucial for Brain Reset

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: During the first half of sleep, the brain actively weakens the synaptic connections formed during wakefulness, supporting the Synaptic Homeostasis Hypothesis ...

Unlocking Synaptic Mysteries: The Role of FAM81A Protein

Science
Dr. Sarah Adams

Summary: Researchers have identified a critical protein, FAM81A, that plays a pivotal role in forming postsynaptic protein agglomerations, essential for synaptic function ...