Adult brains sharpen perception through late-stage TRN remodeling
TL;DR
New research shows the brain’s thalamic reticular nucleus (TRN) continues to mature from adolescence into adulthood, upgrading its sensory gate to support high‑resolution perception. Driven by the LRRTM3 protein, this proactive circuit remodeling isn’t just learning—it’s a molecular-level hardware redesign that improves discrimination and reduces background noise. The finding has implications for ADHD, autism, and schizophrenia and could guide new therapies aimed at enhancing sensory and cognitive function in adults.
Topics:healthscienceneuroscience#adolescence-to-adulthood#lrrtm3#neuroplasticity#scienceneuroscience#sensory-processing#thalamic-reticular-nucleus
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