Individualized recording chambers for non-human primate neurophysiology

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• 作者：R.M. McAndrew^a ; J.L. Lingo VanGilder^a ; ^b ; S.N. Naufel^a ; ^b ; S.I. Helms Tillery^a ; ^b ; ^c ; ^{Steve.HelmsTillery@asu.edu}
• 关键词：Primate ; Awake ; Behaving ; Chamber ; Headcap ; Acrylic ; Methyl methacrylate ; PEEK
• 刊名：Journal of Neuroscience Methods
• 出版年：2012
• 期刊代码：33_01650270
• 类别：neu
• 出版时间：30 May, 2012
• 卷：207
• 期：1
• 页码：86-90
• 文件大小：660 K

摘要

While neural recording chambers for non-human primates can be purchased commercially, these generic chambers do not contour to the animal's skull. In order to seal gaps, a cap of dental acrylic (methyl methacrylate) is often applied around the chamber. There are multiple disadvantages associated with this method. Applying acrylic delays and further complicates surgical procedure, and overheating during the curing process can cause damage to the bone. Post-surgery, acrylic margins can give rise to bacterial growth and infection. Here we describe a method to develop custom implants which conform to the individual's skull, thereby eliminating the need for acrylic. This method shortens surgery time and significantly improves the hygiene of chamber margins.