Analyzing brain networks to understand mental health conditions
Integrative Brain Network-Based Analysis for Heterogeneous and Multimodal
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF TX MD ANDERSON CAN CTR · NIH-10672253
This study is looking at how different parts of the brain work together in people with mental health issues to see if understanding these connections can help predict how well treatments will work for them.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TX MD ANDERSON CAN CTR (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10672253 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different brain networks function and interact in individuals with mental health disorders. By using advanced imaging techniques like fMRI and diffusion MRI, the study aims to uncover the neurobiological mechanisms that influence clinical outcomes in patients with varying symptoms and disease sub-categories. The approach combines brain imaging data with clinical and behavioral measures to better understand how brain connectivity affects mental health. This innovative methodology seeks to identify specific brain connections that may predict treatment outcomes, providing insights into personalized care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders who exhibit a range of symptoms and disease characteristics.
Not a fit: Patients with stable mental health or those without any psychiatric conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective, tailored treatments for individuals with mental health disorders based on their unique brain connectivity profiles.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using brain imaging techniques to understand mental health conditions, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TX MD ANDERSON CAN CTR — HOUSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KUNDU, SUPRATEEK — UNIVERSITY OF TX MD ANDERSON CAN CTR
- Study coordinator: KUNDU, SUPRATEEK
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.
Conditions: Mental disorders, Mental health disorders, Psychiatric Disease, Psychiatric Disorder, psychological disorder