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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>'''Nonsynaptic plasticity''' is a form of [[neuroplasticity]] that involves modification of ion channel function in the [[neuron]]'s membrane, as opposed to synaptic plasticity, which involves a change in the efficacy of the synapses. This form of plasticity is thought to play a role in learning and memory, as well as in the development of certain neurological disorders.<br />
[[File:Network representation of brain connectivity.JPG|thumb|Plasticity in the brain affects the strength of neural connections and pathways.]]<br />
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[[File:Neurons big1.jpg|thumb|left|The neuronal soma, axon, and dendrites are involved in nonsynaptic plasticity and affect the plasticity at the synapse]]<br />
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[[File:Forest of synthetic pyramidal dendrites grown using Cajal's laws of neuronal branching.png|thumb|Neurons interact in complex networks that affect the generation of action potentials in other neurons.]]<br />
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[[File:Action potential propagation animation.gif|thumb|Action potential propagation animation]]<br />
== Overview ==<br />
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Nonsynaptic plasticity is a type of cellular learning that occurs in the [[neuron]]s of the brain. Unlike [[synaptic plasticity]], which involves changes in the strength of synapses, nonsynaptic plasticity involves changes in the function of ion channels in the neuron's membrane. This can result in changes in the neuron's excitability, or ability to fire [[action potential]]s.<br />
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== Mechanisms ==<br />
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The mechanisms of nonsynaptic plasticity are not fully understood, but it is thought to involve changes in the function of various types of ion channels, including [[voltage-gated ion channels]] and [[ligand-gated ion channels]]. These changes can be brought about by various factors, including changes in the neuron's environment, such as changes in the concentration of certain ions, and changes in the neuron's activity, such as increased or decreased firing of action potentials.<br />
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== Role in Learning and Memory ==<br />
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Nonsynaptic plasticity is thought to play a role in learning and memory. This is because changes in the function of ion channels can affect the neuron's excitability, which can in turn affect the strength of synaptic connections. This can result in changes in the patterns of neural activity, which are thought to underlie the formation of memories.<br />
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== Role in Neurological Disorders ==<br />
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Nonsynaptic plasticity is also thought to play a role in the development of certain neurological disorders. For example, changes in the function of ion channels can result in increased neuronal excitability, which can lead to the development of [[seizure]]s. Similarly, changes in the function of ion channels can result in decreased neuronal excitability, which can lead to the development of [[neurodegenerative disease]]s.<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
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* [[Neuroplasticity]]<br />
* [[Synaptic plasticity]]<br />
* [[Ion channel]]<br />
* [[Neuron]]<br />
* [[Action potential]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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[[Category:Neuroscience]]<br />
[[Category:Neurology]]<br />
[[Category:Memory]]<br />
[[Category:Learning]]<br />
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