Symposium: Neural Mechanisms for Generating Locomotor Activity: March 21-24, 1998: New York, New York

摘要：首席研究员：Harris-Warrick， Ronald提案号：IBN-9728553这个关于产生运动活动的神经机制的国际会议于1998年3月21日至24日在纽约市由纽约科学院主办。会议的主要焦点是讨论包括人类在内的高等脊椎动物运动的神经元基础的新研究。作为一个介绍性的概述，最好的理解的脊椎动物和无脊椎动物的准备，随后是一个会议的脊柱运动网络在高等脊椎动物。第二天将重点讨论模式生成网络的神经递质控制、这些生成网络的感官输入、网络的建模以及理解神经网络功能和调节的分子生物学方法。在最后一天，会议将涵盖各种发展和比较的方法来研究节奏运动和脊髓运动网络分析在动物和人的临床应用。最后的小组讨论负责生成节奏模式生成的一般原则，并讨论未来研究的富有成效的途径。摘要：主要研究者：Herron， Paul提议号：乙酰胆碱已被认为在大脑对感觉和认知体验的适应性反应中发挥重要作用。本研究的目的是确定乙酰胆碱选择性消耗对大脑结构、功能和行为的影响。这项研究将使人们了解乙酰胆碱对潜在的大脑回路和皮层突触数量的作用；皮层单个神经元的神经活动；以及学习和记忆的机制。结果表明，当乙酰胆碱没有达到一定水平时，大脑结构、大脑功能和行为是如何退化的。这项工作对于更好地理解乙酰胆碱在感觉知觉以及学习和记忆中的适应性和维持作用具有重要意义。

LAY ABSTRACT Principal Investigator: Harris-Warrick, Ronald Proposal Number: IBN-9728553 This international conference on the neural mechanisms for generating locomotor activity is held under the auspices of the New York Academy of sciences in New York City on March 21-24, 1998. The primary focus of the conference is to discuss new research on the neuronal basis for locomotion in higher vertebrates, including man. As an introductory overview, the best understood vertebrate and invertebrate preparations are presented , followed by a session on spinal locomotor networks in higher vertebrates. The second day highlights sessions on neurotransmitter control of pattern generating networks, sensory inputs to these generators, modeling of well understood networks, and molecular biological approaches to understanding neural network function and modulation. On the final day, the sessions cover various developmental and comparative approaches to study rhythmic locomotion and clinical applications of spinal locomotor network analysis in animals and man. A final panel discussion is charged with generating general principles for rhythmic pattern generation and discussion of fruitful avenues for future research. LAY ABSTRACT Principal Investigator: Herron, Paul Proposal Number: IBN-9729545 Effects of Progressive Periods of Cholinergic Depletion on Brain and Behavior The brain neurotransmitter, acetylcholine, has been suggested to play a major role in the adaptive response of the brain to sensory and cognitive experiences. The purpose of this research is to determine the consequences of selective depletion of acetylcholine on brain structure, function, and behavior. This research will enable an understanding of the role of acetylcholine on the underlying brain circuitry and quantity of synapses in the cortex; the neural activity of single neurons in the cortex; and the mechanism of learning and memory. Results show how brain structure, brain function and behavior are degraded when acetylcholine is not present at certain levels. This work is important for providing a better understanding of the adaptive and maintenance roles of acetylcholine in sensory perception as well as learning and memory.