Poster
Test or enrichment?
March 4, 2025
IAT Congress 2025 -- Are behavioral tests just research tools, or could they be enriching for the rodents themselves? By observing their natural behaviors – like exploring, problem solving and social interactions – we not only model conditions such as anxiety, Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia and addiction, but also uncover how different drugs influence key neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin and acetylcholine. So, are these tests just science, or are they a form of enrichment too? Let’s explore!