A new method to record brain activity across the entire brain simultaneously.
Official title: Volumetric Mesoscopic Electrophysiology: A New Recording Modality with a Unique Functional Profile and Wide Range of Applications
Funded at University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh · NIH-11026557 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to record brain activity in monkeys to help us better understand how the brain works and how it can be affected by diseases, which could eventually help people with neurological conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project start | January 15, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $606,548 |
| NIH project number | 1R01NS140235-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11026557 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research are individuals with neurological conditions that affect brain function.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to brain function or those who do not have access to the research facilities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a novel technique called mesoscopic electrophysiology that allows for simultaneous recording of brain activity across the entire brain in non-human primates. By combining the strengths of existing imaging methods like fMRI and electrophysiology, this approach seeks to provide both high spatial and temporal resolution. This could lead to better understanding of brain functions and diseases, ultimately bridging the gap between animal studies and human applications. The research will involve advanced technology to capture brain signals in real-time, which could enhance our knowledge of neurological conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for brain-related disorders.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach is innovative, similar methodologies have shown promise in enhancing our understanding of brain activity, suggesting potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Teichert, Tobias — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Teichert, Tobias
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.