Animal Behavior Core
The Animal Behavior Core, supported by the Dominick P. Purpura Department of Neuroscience and the Rose F. Kennedy Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center, provides expert staff and equipment for testing the behavior of mice and rats. These tests are broadly applicable to the study of heritable and developmental disorders of cognitive function, sensorimotor disorders, psychiatric and affective disorders, metabolic disorders, cancer, neuropathological and infectious diseases, aging and reproductive function.
Dedicated space, apparatus and software
Expertise in design, analysis and execution of behavioral studies
Assistance in the preparation of grants, manuscripts, posters, presentations and animal protocols
Development of assays and models to suit specific needs
Validated and reliable functional testing of rodents in a broad range of behavioral domains, including cognitive, affective/emotional, social, sensory, motor and reproductive
Center Affiliations
Location and Contacts
Animal Behavior Core Kennedy Center B34, B37 & 615
Maria Gulinello, Ph.D.
Scientific Director