Canonical goal-selective representations are absent from prefrontal cortex in a spatial working memory task requiring behavioral flexibility
The prefrontal cortex (PFC)’s functions are thought to include working memory, as its activity can reflect information that must be temporarily maintained to realize the current goal. We designed a flexible spatial working memory task that required rats to navigate – after distractions and a delay –...
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| Language: | English |
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eLife Sciences Publications Ltd
2020-12-01
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| Series: | eLife |
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| Online Access: | https://elifesciences.org/articles/63035 |