| An inexpensive new device to provide random rewards for behavioral studies. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 9523924 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Behavior modification in rats often involves controlling the frequency of providing food rewards. This is accomplished with computer-controlled devices or equipment purchased specifically for this purpose. Investigators currently choose from a few commercially available models, but each has its disadvantages or limitations, including a high cost (about US$1000). Computer-controlled devices can also be expensive and need a dedicated machine and software packages to perform the tasks. We designed a custom-built device to reward an action randomly from 1 out of 10 times to 10 out of 10 times. The device can be manufactured easily and inexpensively (about US$150). It has been in use for several months in our laboratories with no malfunctions. |
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Authors:
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S D Johnson; J C Firrell |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Physiology & behavior Volume: 63 ISSN: 0031-9384 ISO Abbreviation: Physiol. Behav. Publication Date: 1998 Feb |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1998-05-21 Completed Date: 1998-05-21 Revised Date: 2006-11-15 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0151504 Medline TA: Physiol Behav Country: UNITED STATES |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 733-6 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Micro Surgery, Louisville, KY 40202, USA. |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Animals Conditioning, Operant / physiology* Electronics Food Psychology, Experimental / instrumentation* Random Allocation Rats Reward* Software |
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