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synaptic

British

/ sɪˈnæptɪk /

adjective

of or relating to a synapse

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synaptically

adverb

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Together, these mechanisms suggest the organ relies on both synaptic and non synaptic forms of signaling.

From Science Daily • Mar. 6, 2026

In 2006, she and her colleagues discovered that the mouse version of LilrB2 plays an essential role in synaptic pruning, a normal process during brain development and learning in adulthood.

From Science Daily • Jan. 26, 2026

"These findings suggest that the well-established 'adolescent synaptic pruning' hypothesis needs to be reconsidered," says Imai.

From Science Daily • Jan. 16, 2026

In their experiments, the combined supplements shifted synaptic protein expression in autistic mice so that it more closely resembled that of typical mice.

From Science Daily • Dec. 4, 2025

Curarized muscle preparation: Expected results: a synaptic block with no response of nerve when stimulated.

From On Handling the Data by Mayfield, M. I.

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