Research group leader: Dr. Tamara Horváth
TDK student: Lilla Sándor
Research project:
Our research team examines the physiology and pharmacology of anxiety, learning, and memory function using a variety of behavioral tests. Behavioral measurements also provide important information for modeling several human neurological diseases and for preclinical examination of the efficacy of therapies in the experimental phase.
The laboratory provides widely accepted, non-invasive, repeatable, “real-time” data tools for testing the cognitive functions of rodents. In addition to behavioral tests, we also use molecular biological methods to examine the neurobiological background of cognitive disorders and pharmacological treatments. We are also involved in various related projects of other research groups, primarily through the characterization of central nervous system disorders associated with sepsis, inflammatory, hypoxic conditions.
Key techniques:
1. Methods of testing motor function:
• Rotarod
• Open Field test
• Grip strenght test
2. Methods for testing learning and memory function:
• Novel object recognition test
• Radial arm maze test
3. Methods for examining anxiety and depression:
• Elevated plus maze test
