Journal article
Texture discrimination and unit recordings in the rat whisker/barrel system
Abstract
We have developed a semi-automated technique for acquiring neurophysiological data during whisker-based tactile discriminative behavior. Water-deprived, blindfolded rats are tethered by means of a harness vest that permits them to contact a rough (250 micrometer grooves) or smooth discriminandum with only their vibrissae. Discriminanda are mounted on a motor-driven carousel, and the rat indicates its choice (rough, smooth) by licking either a …
Authors
Prigg T; Goldreich D; Carvell GE; Simons DJ
Journal
Physiology & Behavior, Vol. 77, No. 4-5, pp. 671–675
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
December 2002
DOI
10.1016/s0031-9384(02)00917-4
ISSN
0031-9384