A workshop focused on improving visual perception through learning.
2025 Biennial Perceptual Learning Workshop
This study is about bringing together experts to share ideas on how to improve vision for people experiencing age-related vision changes or disorders, so they can learn new ways to see better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11074947 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research involves organizing an international workshop that aims to enhance understanding of visual perceptual learning. The workshop will bring together experts from various fields, including psychophysics and neurophysiology, to discuss advancements and methodologies in improving visual functions. Participants will explore how visual perceptual learning can be applied clinically to help individuals with age-related visual decline or visual disorders. The event will also foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers and practitioners.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include adults experiencing visual perception challenges due to aging or specific visual disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with severe visual impairments or those who do not have access to the workshop may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for enhancing visual perception in individuals affected by age or disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous workshops and conferences in perceptual learning have successfully advanced the field, indicating a strong potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Quinlan, Elizabeth Mary — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Quinlan, Elizabeth Mary
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 below.