Stereotactic injection of lentiviruses expressing cDNAs or shRNAs can modulate gene expression in specific brain areas of mice. Here, we present a protocol to combine stereotactic injections with behavioral tasks, such as the Open Field Test (OFT) and the Forced Swim Test (FST).
McSweeney, C., Mao, Y. Applying Stereotactic Injection Technique to Study Genetic Effects on Animal Behaviors. J. Vis. Exp. (99), e52653, doi:10.3791/52653 (2015).