Cerebellin-2 neurons in the parafascicular thalamic nucleus regulate self-grooming behavior
Li Zhang, Huimeng Song, Yaning Li, Huaxin Zhang, Shibo Diao, Dandan Geng, Zijie Zhao, Bo Yang, Rong Zheng, Zekun Li, Lei Wang, Tianyun Zhang, Yingyue Jiang, Zining Liu, Lexuan Zhang, , Peng Cao
This study identifies Cbln2+ neurons in the parafascicular thalamic nucleus as regulators of self-grooming behavior, showing bidirectional control and potential for non-invasive OCD treatment.
bioRxiv · Mar 22, 2025 · PreprintNeuroscience