NCCR-Synapsy

The Synaptic Bases of Mental Diseases

Scientists discover the origin of a giant synapse

calyx of held synapse

Calyx of Held synapse covering the neuron soma How do we locate the spatial position of sounds? Scientists have revealed a mechanism responsible for the creation of giant synapses in the brain that allow us to efficiently process auditory information. Read more…


Caroni publication named as one of the most influential in 25 years

Pico Caroni in Neuron

A publication of Pico Caroni was named one of the most influential publications in the 25-year-long history of Neuron. The publication identified Nogo-A as an inhibitor of neurite growth and prompted numerous studies aimed at clarifying its role in regeneration Read more…