In this protocol we detail the steps to perform ex-vivo brain slices electrophysiology and Fura-2 recordings. For both types of recordings, the brain slices with the desired nucleus must be placed into the recording chamber and patch clamp high resistance seal must be performed. For cell attached configuration recording, the sual must be kept unbroken. For whole cell configuration, quick pulses of negative pressure to break into the cell. For Tura-2 recordings, a whole cell patch clamp must be performed to allow the Fura-2 to enter the cell.