Between the axon of a transmitting neuron and the dendrite of a receiving neuron is a gap called the synapse—the site at which signals are passed between the brain cells. The nervous system ...

in axon and dendrite targeting in the olfactory system. The researchers made use of a common model of sensory development — the Drosophila melanogaster olfactory system — together with some ...

Here, an axon from one neuron links to a dendrite of another. At these synapses, neurotransmitters carry signals across the ...

A patch pipette filled with oxygenated extracellular solution placed close to the axon (usually within 5 μm) or dendrite (usually within 20 μm of the dendritic recording site) was used for ...

Generally, the neuron is composed of two morphologically and biochemically distinct compartments, the axon and the dendrites. The proper polarization of membrane proteins is critical for neuronal ...

Specifically, we identify and study genes required for the correct navigation of neuronal processes (axons and dendrites), a process known as axon guidance. On the technical side, our lab uses a ...