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Synapse Growth Factors

Meaning

Synapse growth factors are a diverse and critical group of neurotrophic proteins and signaling molecules that are essential for the regulated formation, long-term maintenance, and functional plasticity of synapses, which are the fundamental communication junctions between neurons. These factors, which include well-known proteins like Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), are fundamental for neurogenesis, robust cognitive function, and the brain’s inherent ability to adapt and learn throughout the entire lifespan. Optimal hormonal status profoundly influences the expression and biological activity of these vital proteins.