Characterization of NMDAR-independent learning in the hippocampus.

Characterization of NMDAR-independent learning in the hippocampus.

It is currently thought that memory formation requires the activation of NMDA receptors (NMDARs) in the hippocampus. However, recent studies indicate that these receptors are not necessary for all forms of learning. The current experiments examine this issue using context fear conditioning in mice...

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Main Authors: Kaycie Kuss Tayler, Elizabeth eLowry, Kazumasa eTanaka, Brynne eLevy, Leon eReijmers, Mark eMayford, Brian J Wiltgen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2011-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience
Subjects:
Fear
Memory
synaptic plasticity
context
conditioning
metaplasticity
Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fnbeh.2011.00028/full

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