The CBP KIX domain regulates long-term memory and circadian activity

Purpose: We investigated the function of the CBP KIX domain in hippocampal memory and gene expression using CBPKIX/KIX mice with mutations that prevent phospho-CREB (Ser133) binding. Method: We performed total RNA sequencing after training for hippocampus-dependent memory from CBP KIX/KIX and WT littermates. Results: Using an unbiased analysis of gene expression after training for hippocampus-dependent memory, we discovered dysregulation of CREB and CLOCK target genes and downregulation of circadian genes in CBPKIX/KIX mice. Conclusion: This study provides insight into the significance of the CBP KIX domain by defining targets of CBP transcriptional co-activation in memory and the role of the CBP KIX domain in vivo on circadian rhythms. Dorsal hippocampus mRNA profiles of 2-4 months old male WT and CBP KIX/KIX mice.