TWiN explains how a cytokine produced by neurons activates microglia which modify the extracellular matrix and remodel synapses, leading to memory consolidation.

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• IL-33 promotes synaptic plasticity (Cell)
• Timestamps by Jolene. Thanks!

Music is by Ronald Jenkees

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