Electrical activation of the pedunculopontine tegmental nucleus modulates the neuronal activities of the subthalamic nucleus and the substantia nigra pars reticulata in anesthetized rats
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DOI: 10.1002/jnr.25117
Abstract: The subthalamic nucleus (STN), substantia nigra pars reticulata (SNr), and pedunculopontine tegmental nucleus (PPTg) are reciprocally connected brain regions that play significant roles in the motor control. However, the electrophysiological relationship among the STN, SNr,… read more here.
Keywords: subthalamic nucleus; substantia nigra; stn snr; pptg ... See more keywords
Deciphering midbrain mechanisms underlying prepulse inhibition of startle
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pneurobio.2019.101734
Abstract: Prepulse inhibition (PPI) is an operational measure of sensorimotor gating. Deficits of PPI are a hallmark of schizophrenia and associated with several other psychiatric illnesses such as e.g. autism spectrum disorder, yet the mechanisms underlying… read more here.
Keywords: ppi; inhibition; prepulse inhibition; midbrain ... See more keywords
Dystonia-like behaviors and impaired sensory–motor integration following neurotoxic lesion of the pedunculopontine tegmental nucleus in mice
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DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1102837
Abstract: Introduction The pedunculopontine nucleus (PPTg) is a vital interface between the basal ganglia and cerebellum, participating in modulation of the locomotion and muscle tone. Pathological changes of the PPTg have been reported in patients and… read more here.
Keywords: dystonia like; like behaviors; lesion; motor ... See more keywords