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Habituation and Prepulse Inhibition of Acoustic Startle in Rodents

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Machine learning, waveform preprocessing and feature extraction methods for classification of acoustic startle

Timothy J Fawcett^1,2,3, Chad S Cooper¹, Ryan J Longenecker¹

¹Global Center for Hearing and Speech Research, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, United States.

|December 23, 2020

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This study developed a robust machine learning model to accurately classify acoustic startle responses (ASRs) in mice. This approach standardizes ASR analysis, improving hearing assessment in animal research.

Keywords:

Acoustic startle reflex Ensemble modeling Machine learning Waveform preprocessing

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Machine Learning

Background:

The acoustic startle response (ASR) is a crucial reflex for assessing hearing in animal models.
Current ASR analysis methods lack standardization, leading to significant variability and interpretation challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a standardized, robust method for classifying ASR waveforms.
To improve the reliability of ASR as a measure of hearing status in animal research.

Main Methods:

Normalized ASR waveforms from CBA/CaJ mice were analyzed.
Features were extracted from normalized waveforms, power spectral density, and continuous wavelet transforms.
An ensemble machine learning model combined 9 algorithms from 4 families for classification.

Main Results:

The ensemble model demonstrated high robustness in distinguishing startle from non-startle ASR waveforms.
Normalization involved using pre-stimulus mean and standard deviation.
Individual models were trained before ensembling for enhanced performance.

Conclusions:

Ensemble machine learning offers a standardized and reliable approach to ASR analysis.
This method can significantly reduce variability in ASR interpretation.
The developed model enhances the utility of ASR for auditory research in animal models.