Perspectives and Discussion - Synaptic Cooperativity-Independence

Participate in a thought-provoking discussion on synaptic cooperativity and independence as part of the Timescales of Plasticity and Underlying Mechanisms conference. Explore the long-standing question of timescales in neurobiology of learning, examining how the brain associates events separated by varying durations while relying on synaptic connection changes driven by neural events occurring within milliseconds. Delve into molecular, cellular, and circuit-level mechanisms used by the brain to bridge multiple timescales of experience. Gain insights from leading scientists as they present up-to-date understanding of biological mechanisms supporting associative learning across different timescales. Connect computational approaches with biological mechanisms to develop an integrated analysis of statistical learning spanning molecular, cellular, circuit, and behavioral-level phenomena. Engage with coordinators József Fiser, Máté Lengyel, and Jennifer Raymond in this 52-minute session recorded at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics in Santa Barbara, CA.