Memory Consolidation - Synaptic Consolidation

Synaptic Consolidation

Synaptic consolidation is one form of memory consolidation seen across all species and long-term memory tasks. Long-term memory, when discussed in the arena of synaptic consolidation, is memory that lasts for at least 24 hours. An exception to this 24-hour rule is long-term potentiation, or LTP, a model of synaptic plasticity related to learning, in which an hour is thought to be sufficient. Synaptic consolidation is achieved faster than systems consolidation, within only minutes to hours of learning. LTP, one of the best understood forms of synaptic plasticity, is thought to be a possible underlying process in synaptic consolidation.