Neuronal Dendrite Protein Synthesis (IMAGE)

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

Neuronal Dendrite Protein Synthesis

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This is a single dendrite from a neuron in which newly synthesized protein is visualized as a green color. The green color can be converted to red and new green protein made at the red site will appear as yellow (a mix of green and red). Dendritic protein synthesis is important for learning and cognitive function.

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James Eberwine, PhD, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania

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