T10

Question 1

How do we store our memories?

Answer 1

Addition of new neurons into existing circuits (neurogenesis)
Addition of new synapses into existing neurons (sinaptogenesis)
Addition of new molecules into existing synapses of existing neurons → synaptic plasticity

Question 2

Molecular mechanisms of synaptic plasticity

Answer 2

The amount of AMPA-type glutamate Receptors (AMPAR) in the synapse determines its electrical strength.