Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
4319039 Brain Research Bulletin 2011 7 Pages PDF
Abstract

Long-term memories are created when labile short-term memory traces are converted to more enduring forms. This process, called consolidation, is associated with changes in the synthesis of proteins that alter the biophysical properties of neurons and the strength of their synaptic connections. Recently, it has become clear that the consolidation process requires not only protein synthesis but also degradation. Here, we discuss recent findings on the roles of ubiquitination and protein degradation in synaptic plasticity and learning and memory.

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