Contribution of Ih to LTP, place cells, and grid cells.

Mehta, Mayank R · Cell · 2011

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

The brain's grid and place cells, which contribute to spatial representations of the external environment, are thought to be modulated by the hyperpolarization-activated cation current (I(h)). Giocomo et al. and Hussaini et al. now provide new insights into these cells' unique activity patterns by studying transgenic mice lacking I(h).