Inhibitory neurons synchronize the cortex during sleep

A sparse population of long-range inhibitory neurons active during sleep was identified in mice.

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These neurons promote widespread cortical synchronization required for deep sleep.

The finding reveals a key mechanism in sleep regulation.

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