Structural decoding reveals synaptic assembly mechanism in neurons
In our brain, hundreds of billions of neurons form numerous synaptic connections, creating a sophisticated network essential for learning, memory, and emotion. At the heart of this network lies the synaptic active zone—the “transmission hub” where neurotransmitters are released. Composed of scaffold proteins like liprin-α, RIM, and ELKS, this nanoscale structure must precisely dock calcium […]
2025-06-19|Research