Pedro F. Jacob

This study identifies how different dopaminergic neurons in Drosophila encode absolute and relative aversive value through distinct mechanisms in the mushroom body network.

This study shows that odor pre-exposure in Drosophila creates an aversive memory that inhibits appetitive olfactory memory, requiring specific dopaminergic neurons and context similarity.

The paper shows spaced training in Drosophila creates both aversive and safety memories, enhancing long-term memory performance through complementary memory formation.