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Abstract
Serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine, 5-HT) is a powerful modulator of neuronal activity within the central nervous system and dysfunctions of the serotonergic system have been linked to several neuropsychiatric disorders such as major depressive disorders or schizophrenia. The anterior cingulate cortex (aCC) plays an important role in cognitive capture of stimuli and valence processing and it is densely innervated by serotonergic fibers from the nucleus raphe. In order to understand how pathophysiological 5-HT signalling can lead to neuropsychiatric diseases, it is important to understand the physiological actions of 5-HT on cortical circuits. Therefore, we combined electrophysiological recordings with pharmacology and immunocytochemistry to investigate the effects of 5-HT on Somatostatin-positive interneurons (SOM-INs) and compared these to supragranular pyramidal cells (PCs). This comparison allowed us to identify common and contrasting effects of 5-HT on SOM-INs and PCs of the aCC resulting in a specific modulation of the excitation-to-inhibition balance in PCs but not in SOM-INs.
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Neuropsychopharmacology is a reputable international scientific journal that serves as the official publication of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP). The journal's primary focus is on research that enhances our knowledge of the brain and behavior, with a particular emphasis on the molecular, cellular, physiological, and psychological aspects of substances that affect the central nervous system (CNS). It also aims to identify new molecular targets for the development of future drugs.
The journal prioritizes original research reports, but it also welcomes mini-reviews and perspectives, which are often solicited by the editorial office. These types of articles provide valuable insights and syntheses of current research trends and future directions in the field of neuroscience and pharmacology.