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. 2004 Feb:Chapter 8:Unit 8.5F.
doi: 10.1002/0471142301.ns0805fs25.

Assessment of learning and memory using the autoshaping of operant responding in mice

James E Barrett  1 , K E Vanover
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Assessment of learning and memory using the autoshaping of operant responding in mice

James E Barrett et al. Curr Protoc Neurosci. 2004 Feb.

Abstract

This unit describes the use of an automated procedure for developing an operant response ("autoshaping") in the mouse. The method has applications in the study of the acquisition of behavior (learning) as well as for the assessment of memory or retention of that task.

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