Synaptic Transmission: Excitatory Autapses Find a Function?

An autapse is a synapse between a neuron and itself, a peculiar structure with an unclear function. A new study suggests that excitatory autapses contribute to a positive-feedback loop that maintains persistent electrical activity in neurons.

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Published in:Current biology 2009-04, Vol.19 (7), p.R296-R298
Main Author: Bekkers, John M.
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Animals
Aplysia - cytology
Aplysia - physiology
Electrophysiology
Models, Neurological
Neurons - cytology
Neurons - physiology
Synapses - physiology
Synapses - ultrastructure
Synaptic Transmission - physiology
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