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Adult brains sharpen perception through late-stage TRN remodeling

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.

via Neuroscience News|

#adolescence-to-adulthood #lrrtm3 #neuroplasticity

scienceneuroscience2 months ago•9 min saved

Humans May Have 22–33 Senses, Not Just Five

New research and expert discourse suggest that human perception rests on 22–33 senses, far beyond the classic five. Proprioception, interoception, vestibular balance, sense of agency, and sense of ownership are part of a distributed, multisensory system that blends touch, taste, smell, and sight to create flavor, texture, and self-awareness. Everyday experiences—such as odors altering taste or sounds changing perceived texture—reflect this interconnectedness. Work at the Centre for the Study of the Senses and Crossmodal Laboratory in Oxford, alongside exhibitions like Senses Unwrapped, illustrate how our senses continually negotiate a single, coherent reality.

via SciTechDaily|

#interoception #multisensory #neuroscience