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CREB is present and in the nucleus constitutively. What must happen for it to become transcriptionally active?

VGLUT1 puncta within microglial soma did not differ between groups in either the CA1 or CA3 SR. The authors note this is consistent with findings from Bellesi et al. (2017) and use it to propose a temporal hypothesis. What is that hypothesis?

The amygdala and hippocampus are described as “best buddies” in the context of memory. What specific contribution does the amygdala make to declarative memory formation?

Why are mitochondria especially critical in neuronal axons compared to many other cell types?

Hebbian plasticity is:

ASD is characterized by increased spine density in all brain regions.

CHD8 is one of the most frequently mutated genes in ASD. What type of protein does it encode, and why does its loss have such broad effects?

Why is microtubule polarity essential for directional axonal transport?

Grid cells and place cells work together to support spatial memory. Which statement correctly describes their relationship?

DNA methylation at CpG islands in a gene’s promoter typically leads to which outcome?