VTA and PnO Viral Injections With Optrode Implantation v1

2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Cristian González‐Cabrera, Matthias Prigge
DOI: 10.17504/protocols.io.n92ld1j2ol5b/v1
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Abstract

This protocol describes stereotaxic viral injections into VTA and PnO followed by implantation of a chronic optrode in the same surgical session. The optrode headcap is fixed using RelyX Unicem 2 (3M). A single skull screw is placed for grounding purposes.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Neuroscience and Neural Engineering Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology Research

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Publication date
16 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint