Efferent neurons control hearing sensitivity and protect hearing from noise through the regulation of gap junctions between cochlear supporting cells.
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DOI: 10.1152/jn.00468.2021
Abstract: It is critical for hearing that the descending cochlear efferent system provide a negative feedback to hair cells to regulate hearing sensitivity and provide the protection of hearing from noise. Here, we report that the… read more here.
Keywords: hearing sensitivity; supporting cells; hearing noise; gap junctions ... See more keywords