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Synaptic Plasticity Control

Meaning

Synaptic plasticity control refers to the precise regulation of the strength and number of connections between neurons, a fundamental process that underlies learning, memory formation, and the brain’s ability to adapt to new information. This control involves the modulation of long-term potentiation (LTP) and long-term depression (LTD), determining how efficiently neural circuits encode and retain information. Hormones and neurotrophic factors play a significant, regulatory role in maintaining this critical neurological function.