Astrocytes close a motor circuit critical period.
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DOI: 10.1038/s41586-021-03441-2
Abstract: Critical periods-brief intervals during which neural circuits can be modified by activity-are necessary for proper neural circuit assembly. Extended critical periods are associated with neurodevelopmental disorders; however, the mechanisms that ensure timely critical period closure… read more here.
Keywords: circuit critical; critical period; motor circuit; period ... See more keywords