What is the Role of Syntaxin 1 in Synaptic Plasticity?
Synaptic plasticity refers to the ability of synapses to strengthen or weaken over time, which is fundamental to learning and memory. Syntaxin 1 is involved in the modulation of synaptic strength by regulating the amount and frequency of neurotransmitter release. Changes in Syntaxin 1 expression or function can impact synaptic efficacy and plasticity, thereby influencing cognitive processes and neural circuitry.
