The term "postsynaptic" refers to the part of a neuron or brain cell that receives information or signals from another neuron. It is like the receiver that listens to messages from another cell. Full definition
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In addition to the glutamate - secreting presynaptic neuron, the signal - receiving postsynaptic neuron and even the astrocyte itself may employ signaling molecules of their own to keep the system in balance, she said. (sciencedaily.com)
The peptide selectively inhibits certain postsynaptic cells but not others and thereby allows the sensory neurons to achieve target - specific synaptic actions. (science.sciencemag.org)
Within synapses, more specifically in areas of postsynaptic density (PSD), there is a high concentration of proteins that receive and transduce synaptic information. (content.iospress.com)