LTP in Disease

LTP, or Long-Term Potentiation, is a process where the connections between nerve cells in the brain strengthen over time, enhancing communication. In diseases, such as Alzheimer’s or epilepsy, this process can become abnormal—either overly active or impaired—leading to issues with memory, learning, or seizures. When LTP is disrupted, the brain's ability to store new information or regulate neural activity is affected, contributing to cognitive decline or neurological symptoms. Understanding LTP helps us grasp how brain diseases impact neural function and guides the development of targeted treatments.