Depression at thalamocortical synapses: the key for cortical neuronal adaptation?

Journal Article

Neuronal adaptation to repetitive sensory stimuli is ubiquitous in the mammalian cortex. Despite its prevalence, the cellular mechanisms underlying this basic physiological property remain a matter of dispute. In this issue of Neuron, Chung et al. provide conclusive evidence that depression of thalamocortical synapses may play a significant role in the expression of neuronal adaptation in the rat somatosensory cortex.

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Duke Authors

Nicolelis, Miguel Angelo L.

Cited Authors

Nicolelis, MAL

Published Date

April 25, 2002

Published In

Neuron

Volume / Issue

34 / 3

Start / End Page

331 - 332

PubMed ID

11988163

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0896-6273

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United States