Mechanisms that create a sequence of feeding-related behaviors in the mollusk Aplysia

Journal of Neurophysiology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Colin G. Evans, Michael A. Barry, Qianxue Chen, Carrie N. Reaver, Paras R. Patel, Cynthia A. Chestek, Matthew H. Perkins, Jian Jing, Elizabeth C. Cropper
DOI: 10.1152/jn.00591.2025
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Abstract

Behaviors are often executed in preferred sequences that achieve a particular goal. Neural mechanisms that create these sequences are not well understood, particularly when it is important to retain the ability to be flexible. In this report we ask how this is achieved during transitions between two types of feeding-related behaviors in the mollusk Aplysia.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Memory and Neural Mechanisms Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology Research Neurobiology and Insect Physiology Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Neurophysiology
Volume
135
Issue
4
Pages
824–841
Publication date
5 March 2026
Language
EN