C. Joseph Burnett

The paper investigates sex differences in reactive and appetitive aggression in mice using behavioral tests, revealing distinct patterns between males and females.

The paper shows that social rank and history of winning influence stress susceptibility in mice, with dominance conferring resilience and subordination increasing susceptibility.

This study shows orexin signaling in GABAergic lateral habenula neurons promotes aggression and conditioned place preference, suggesting a potential therapeutic target for reducing aggressive behaviors.