Respiratory neuron characterization reveals intrinsic bursting properties in isolated adult turtle brainstems ( Trachemys scripta )

Highlights • Respiratory neurons were identified in adult turtle brainstems. • Ten percent of respiratory neurons were intrinsically bursting neurons. • Synaptic inhibition blockade resulted in seizure-like activity. • Intrinsically bursting neurons may contribute to turtle breathing.

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Published in:Respiratory physiology & neurobiology 2016-04, Vol.224, p.52-61
Main Authors: Johnson, Stephen M, Hedrick, Michael S, Krause, Bryan M, Nilles, Jacob P, Chapman, Mark A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
Brain Stem - physiology
Chelonian
Electrophysiology
Medical Education
Neurons - physiology
Pacemaker
Pulmonary/Respiratory
Reptile
Respiratory Physiological Phenomena
Rhythm generation
Trachemys scripta
Turtles
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Summary:Highlights • Respiratory neurons were identified in adult turtle brainstems. • Ten percent of respiratory neurons were intrinsically bursting neurons. • Synaptic inhibition blockade resulted in seizure-like activity. • Intrinsically bursting neurons may contribute to turtle breathing.
ISSN:1569-9048
1878-1519
DOI:10.1016/j.resp.2014.11.004