Cerebral Cortex Synapses Transmit Signals More Reliably than Those in Rear Brain Regions

Cerebral cortex synapses transmit signals more reliably than those in rear brain regions

Researchers at Leipzig University's Carl Ludwig Institute have discovered that in the cerebral cortex, synaptic signal transmission between brain cells functions very reliably even at low concentrations of calcium ions—unlike in the rear region of the brain.

Synapses in the cerebral cortex are more reliable than those in the back of the brain

4.07.2025 - Researchers at the Carl Ludwig Institute at Leipzig University have discovered that synaptic signal transmission between brain cells within the cerebral cortex functions very reliably even with small amounts of calcium ions, unlike in the posterior region of the brain. The findings are a further building block for understanding the healthy brain, but could also prove useful for the com