Neurotransmitter release (VIDEO)

Howard Hughes Medical Institute

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Neurons with defective syt1 proteins release lower than normal amounts of neurotransmitters, shown as flickering above. When given the drug 4-AP, the cells sent out more neurotransmitters and their brightness increased.

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Mazdak Bradberry

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