Optimizing reproducibility of operant testing through reinforcer standardization: identification of key nutritional constituents determining reward strength in touchscreens

Optimizing reproducibility of operant testing through reinforcer standardization: identification of key nutritional constituents determining reward strength in touchscreens

Abstract Reliable and reproducible assessment of animal learning and behavior is a central aim of basic and translational neuroscience research. Recent developments in automated operant chamber technology have led to the possibility of universal standard protocols, in addition to increased translati...

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Main Authors: Eun Woo Kim, Benjamin U. Phillips, Christopher J. Heath, So Yeon Cho, Hyunjeong Kim, Jemeen Sreedharan, Ho-Taek Song, Jong Eun Lee, Timothy J. Bussey, Chul Hoon Kim, Eosu Kim, Lisa M. Saksida
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-07-01
Series:Molecular Brain
Subjects:
Reinforcer
Operant behavior
Calories
Touchscreen chamber
Standardization
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13041-017-0312-0

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