Academic Background In the mammalian neocortex, somatostatin (SST)-expressing neurons are a major class of inhibitory interneurons that exhibit diversity in electrophysiology and morphology, and are involved in various cognitive functions such as learning, memory, and sensory processing. However, despite extensive research on the diversity of SST n...

This study explores the necessity of quickly recognizing and avoiding predators in the natural environment, which is crucial for juvenile animals due to their increased vulnerability to predators. However, it remains unclear whether neonatal vertebrates can rapidly acquire such skills and the underlying neural mechanisms. Zebrafish, a widely used m...