The general goal of our research line is to understand the role of postnatal maturation of cortico-limbic inhibitory circuits in relation to the development of psychiatric disorders. Our experimental approach employs various tools, including the use of genetically modified mice with site-specific modifications, manipulation of neuronal activity using optogenetics and DREADDs (Designer Receptors Exclusively Activated by Designer Drugs), in vivo electrophysiological recording techniques, and an extensive battery of behavioral tasks.